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Introductory Paragraph and Concluding Paragraph of Research Paper

 

            I.  Introductory paragraph includes:

                       

A.  Motivator (attention-grabber)

                                    1.    Quote about your landmark (statement by authority)

                                    2.   Interesting fact

                                    3.   Statistic

                                    4.  Thought-provoking question

                                    5.   Brief story about landmark

                                    6.  Three adjectives

                                    7.  Literary device

 

                        B.  Thesis statement (subject and opinion – what you will prove)

Examples: Jockey Hollow is a significant landmark to the state of New Jersey.

or

Jockey Hollow is an educational landmark in the state of New Jersey.

 

                        C.  Blueprint (some supporting details)

Example: Jockey Hollow’s rich history, its flora and fauna, and beautiful vistas make it a worthwhile class trip.

 


Sample Opening Paragraphs

 

            II.  Concluding paragraph includes:

 

                   A.  Rewording of thesis statement

 

                   B.  Rewording of supporting details

 

                   C.  Clincher (something for the reader to think about)      

 

 

Sample Closing Paragraphs