Unit 10 Tasks December Introductions and Conclusions (1.11)

What is normally found in an introduction? 

1.A

1. A definition of any unfamiliar terms in the title - YES
2. Your opinions on the subject of the essay - NO
3. Mention of some sources you have read on the topic  - depends on the length of the introduction. (long: yes  short: no) 
4. A provocative  idea or question to interest the reader - YES 
5. Your aim or purpose in writing  - YES
6. The method you adopt to answer the questions (for an outline)- It depends (if it is a long piece of writing: YES)
7. Some brief background to the topic - YES
8. Any limitations you set yourself - YES

1.B
1) Some brief background to the topic

2) The method you adopt to answer the questions (for an outline) 

3) The purpose of the writing

4) Mention of some sources you have read on the topic

5) A definition of any unfamiliar terms in the title

6) Any Limitations you set yourself  

2. Introductions - Optional or Essential? 

Definitions of key terms - Optional

Relevant background information - Essential 

Review of work by other writers on the topic -Optional 

Purpose or aim of the paper - Essential 

Your methods and the results you found - Depends on the type of writing

Any limitations you imposed - Optional 

The organisation of your work - Essential 

3.A Opening Sentences 

- Write introductory sentences 

a) How important is it for companies to have women as senior managers? 

Position of women as senior managers will be a sign of equality and women power. 

(b) Are there any technological solutions to global warming? 

Global warming is a very presence issue. However, technological solutions are brought in, in order to tackle this issue.

(c) What can be done to reduce infant mortality in developing countries? 

Nowadays, infant mortality is a big issue and we must make sure that first countries are able to help third world countries. 

(d) Compare the urbanisation process in two contrasting countries.

China and India are both countries that are urbanising rapidly. However, India is still waking up to its urban realities and opportunities.