南师大英语写作(学硕)复习资料.doc

写作： 4. Writing an opening paragraph An opening paragraph usually consists of two parts: opening part and thesis statements. 1) Functions of an opening paragraph: Attract readers’ interest. Present your thesis. 2) Five useful ways to write an opening paragraph (1) Begin with a broad, general statement of your topic and narrow it down to your thesis statement. (from a broad topic to your thesis) (2) Use an incident or a brief story. (from a brief story to your thesis) (3) Start with an idea or a situation that is the opposite of the one you will develop. (from an opposite idea or situation