Is it best practice to basically copy the topic/question you are answering.

Sorry this is my first and last history class I have.

I don't remember my english classes...being they were 5-6 years ago.

5/1/2011 1:18:55 PM

No. It should be an introduction to what your paper is about.

There's no point in copying and pasting the prompt. Your teacher already knows what the prompt is.

5/1/2011 1:31:52 PM

What am I reading and why should I care?

If those 2 questions are left unanswered in the first paragraph, you need to revise it.

5/1/2011 4:35:09 PM

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[Edited on May 1, 2011 at 6:24 PM. Reason : this is also true for business writing]

5/1/2011 6:23:37 PM

many thanks. the first paragraph always is the hardest for me.

5/1/2011 7:17:16 PM

have you developed a thesis statement from the prompt? you need to start with your thesis statement.

5/1/2011 7:47:20 PM