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    This document outlines five types of introductions for essays: the inquisitive introduction explains why the subject is interesting; the paradoxical introduction discusses unusual perspectives; the corrective introduction addresses misperceptions of the subject; the preparatory introduction previews a specific discussion and warns against misconceptions; and the narrative introduction uses a story to lead into the subject.

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    Five Types of Introductions

    “Inquisitive”
    Explain why your subject is important, curious, or interesting.

    “Paradoxical”
    Explain what aspects of your subject seem improbable. Explain any
    strange or unusual perspectives people might have on your subject.

    “Corrective”
    Explain how your subject has been misunderstood or misrepresented
    by others. How will your essay fix these misperceptions?

    “Preparatory”
    Explain the specific and unique way in which you will discuss the
    subject. Warn against any misconceptions about the subject.
    Explain why a particular aspect of the subject will not be discussed in
    your essay.

    “Narrative”
    Lead to the subject by narrating a story or anecdote.

    Adapted from: Glenn, Cheryl, et al. The St. Martin’s Guide to Teaching Writing. Boston: Bedford/St.
    Martin’s, 2003.

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