Introduction paragraph:

Because you are introducing your topic as though your reader has NO information about it, you need to make sure you are clear with your information.  First, you need to decide what your topic is.  After answering the prompt and deciding what you are going to prove in your essay, then you can begin writing your introductory information.  Make sure your first few sentences are clear.  Then, start adding more details to your information.  Why does the reader need to care about your topic?  Why is the information you are presenting important for the reader to understand?

Thesis Statement:

Complete the following sentence according to your answer to the prompt.