Toefl exam Essentials

A STRONG INTRODUCTION
With a detailed outline in hand, you are ready to write. Because
you only have 15 to 20 minutes to compose your essay, don’t waste
time perfecting your introduction. A good way to begin is to restate
in your own words the statement or situation in the prompt and
then give your thesis. Here is an example:
Some people prefer living in the country. Others prefer the
crowds and energy of the city. For me, the noise, lights, and

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movement of the city are more comforting than a quiet, dark,
and still night in the country.
Another way to write a strong introduction is to include your
thesis and a summary of the evidence (supporting details) you will
present:
Today, the Internet allows us to access information in an instant.
This technology has improved our lives by making it easier to
research topics that interest us, find and buy products we need,
and exchange information with others.
Note how this introduction outlines the three main parts the
essay’s body: how the Internet makes it easier to (1) research top-
ics, (2) find and buy products, and (3) exchange information.