Como fazer uma introdução na redação

Summary

In this video, Professor Paulinho Curirim provides a practical, step-by-step guide on crafting effective introductions for essays. He emphasizes the importance of placing the introduction in the first paragraph and keeping it concise, around seven lines. Using a three-sentence structure, he explains how to capture the evaluator's attention with a positive statement, introduce the topic with a realistic challenge, and present the thesis by highlighting key ideas for later development. Through examples, including themes like baldness and prejudice, he demonstrates how to structure an engaging and persuasive introduction, ensuring clarity, relevance, and impact for maximum scoring potential.

Takeaways

• 😀 The introduction is key to capturing the reader’s attention and setting the tone for the entire essay.
• 😀 The first sentence of the introduction should be captivating, introducing something positive and engaging.
• 😀 In the second sentence, present the main theme of the essay in a way that highlights its challenges or issues.
• 😀 The third sentence should introduce your thesis, stating what you plan to argue or defend in the essay.
• 😀 Introductions should be about 7 lines long, shorter than the body paragraphs, to leave space for development and conclusion.
• 😀 The introduction should follow a basic structure: something positive, followed by the theme’s challenge, then your thesis statement.
• 😀 Avoid writing an introduction longer than the body paragraphs, as it detracts from the development of the main ideas.
• 😀 The language should be attractive and clear, aiming to win the reader’s (or examiner's) approval in the very first sentence.
• 😀 Introductions set up the flow of the essay, so it's important to hint at the arguments that will follow in the body paragraphs.
• 😀 Use simple but effective language; avoid overly complex terms or long-winded phrases in your introduction.
• 😀 The introduction should be polished with attention to grammar, punctuation, and the strategic use of conjunctions like 'entretanto' (however) to connect ideas.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of Professor Paulinho Curirim's lesson?

The lesson focuses on teaching students how to write an effective introduction for their essays, specifically structured to capture the grader's attention and set up the development of arguments.

According to the script, where should the introduction be placed in an essay?

The introduction should always be in the first paragraph of the essay, as it introduces the topic and prepares the reader for the arguments to follow.

How long should a typical introduction be, based on the video?

For a 30-line essay, the introduction should be about seven lines, making it shorter than the development sections and similar in length to the conclusion.

What is the recommended structure for the three sentences in the introduction?

The first sentence should present something positive or ideal, the second sentence introduces the theme or problem, and the third sentence outlines what will be defended or argued in the essay.

Why does Professor Curirim suggest starting the introduction with something positive?

Starting with something positive is meant to attract the grader’s attention and 'win their heart,' creating a favorable first impression.

How should the theme or problem be presented in the second sentence?

The theme should be presented realistically, highlighting a problem or challenge, often using words like 'entretanto' (however) to show contrast with the positive first sentence.

What is the purpose of the third sentence in the introduction?

The third sentence introduces the arguments or ideas that will be developed later in the essay, effectively presenting the writer's thesis and preparing the essay’s structure.

Can you give an example of applying this introduction method to a topic like 'prejudice'?

Yes. First sentence: 'All individuals should have their rights guaranteed and respected.' Second sentence: 'However, prejudice is still observed in society.' Third sentence: 'Thus, it is necessary to foster empathy among citizens and improve education to combat prejudice.'

What tips does Professor Curirim give about writing introductions?

He advises keeping the introduction simple, making it attractive to the grader, clearly presenting the theme, and outlining the arguments that will follow.

What common mistake does he warn students to avoid regarding introductions?

He warns against making the introduction longer than the development sections, which can negatively affect the essay’s overall structure and score.

How does the script suggest connecting the introduction to the development sections?

By presenting the two main ideas or arguments in the third sentence of the introduction, these points can later be expanded in the first and second development paragraphs.

What role do words like 'entretanto' play in the introduction?

They help create a contrast between the positive first sentence and the problem or theme in the second sentence, making the introduction more structured and coherent.