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Crafting Critical Response Introductions

Author

Alex

Subject

Essay Writing

Difficulty

12th Grade

Prompt used to create this resource

Create guided instruction on how to write an introduction for a critical response. The students are writing a 1200 word essay to the following question -Analyse how your understanding of the power of perseverance has been impacted by your study of your prescribed text (Billy Elliot) AND one related text? They need a step by step guide about crafting an introduction

Description

This resource focuses on teaching students how to craft an effective introduction for a critical response essay, specifically analyzing the theme of perseverance as depicted in the film 'Billy Elliot' and a related text. The learning objective emphasizes the identification of key elements in academic introductions, such as context, text introduction, thesis statement, and signposting. It outlines a structured approach to writing by providing frameworks and examples for each component, ensuring students understand how to connect their thoughts coherently. The document includes a guided planning template for drafting introductions and warns against common mistakes to strengthen their writing skills.

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