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If you find yourself getting stuck by the introduction and it is preventing you from writing the rest of your paper, skip it for now. Just write your thesis statement at the top of your paper and start on your body paragraphs.   You may find it easier to write your introduction after you finish your essay, after you know what you end up saying with your essay. It is more important to get into a groove with your writing than to write each part in the order that it comes in the essay. An introduction should introduce your topic, state your argument, and provide your reader with the context of your essay. If sentences in your introduction do not help with any of those goals, they are likely unnecessary. A hook, often the very first sentence in your paper, is a sentence or two that “hooks” or grabs the interest of your audience. Commonly used hooks may be good for novice writers, but some college professors think that certain hooks are overused.  A few ideas for hooks follow.   A statistic (particularly one that seems surprising to the reader) can be a good way to start certain types of papers. Be sure the statistic is from a reliable source, like one from your school’s library database. A personal story or anecdote told in detail can draw the reader in. It should, however, be relevant to the topic, and you will need to explicitly connect it to your thesis statement. This may not be appropriate in a formal essay. A quotation from a famous person can be a good lead-in. However, since this is one method that has been overused, try putting a twist on this method by using a surprising quote, contradicting the quote, or using it in a new context. You will also need to connect this to your thesis clearly. Illuminating a paradox or puzzling scenario could draw your reader in by making them question something that is usually taken for granted.  Try to avoid introductions that start by giving a dictionary definition of a word and explaining it or by asking a question. Avoid over-used and essentially empty phrases like “from the beginning of time” or “throughout the history of mankind.” You will need to write a few sentences that explain the context of your hook and transition into the thesis of your paper. If your hook is long, as with a detailed personal anecdote, this may be a phrase like “this experience has led me to believe that…” If your hook is shorter, like a statistic, you will likely need to write 3-4 sentences explaining your statistic and leading up to your thesis statement.

summary: Consider writing your introduction last. Remember the purpose of an introduction. Write a hook. Transition from your hook to your thesis.


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You can also describe pain based on its location on your body. Point to where it hurts on your body. Use a graphic of a human figure to indicate where the pain is concentrated in your body.  The doctor may also ask you to note a difference between pain that is on the surface of your skin and pain that is under surface, or internal. For example, you may experience pain on the surface of your hand and pain under the surface of your wrist, where the joints and tendons are. Your doctor will likely be able to tell the difference between surface pain and internal pain, such as by palpating the area. It can also helpful to consider the pattern of your pain. You may experience pain once a day or several times throughout the day. The pain may be ongoing throughout the day at varying levels of severity. Ask yourself, “When do I experience pain?” “How often do I experience pain?” “Do I experience pain in lesser or greater degrees throughout the day?” “When does the pain occur? Does the pain occur when I am walking, exercising, or eating?” You can also describe the duration of the pain to your doctor. Consider if the pain lasts for a few minutes or a few seconds. Maybe the pain lasts for one hour or is very severe for a few minutes and then reappears a few minutes later. Ask yourself, “How long do I feel pain?” “Does my pain come and go throughout the day?” You may experience symptoms like blurred vision, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, nausea, cramping, diarrhea, gas, or vomiting. These symptoms could be due to the pain or due to a medical condition that is causing your pain. Ask yourself, “What other symptoms am I experiencing besides pain?” Share them with your doctor so they can make note of them.

summary: Describe where the pain is located. Discuss how often you experience pain. Determine how long the pain lasts. Discuss other symptoms you experience besides pain.


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First, cut the side and shoulder seams and split the shirt into four pieces: the front, back, and two sleeves. Then cut off the hem of the shirt. Next, cut four 1.5" wide strips from the bottom of the front section only. Working with the front section of the tee, cut the bottom line of the bikini top by cutting straight across the panel, about 1.5-2" below the armpit. Then, cut the neck and shoulder straps how you want them to look,being sure to leave that ~2" of material below the armpit. Working with the back panel. Use an old string bikini or cut up an old pair of underwear to make a pattern and cut it out from the panel. Cut side strips for the bottom by cutting panels from the sleeves that are as wide as the sides you cut for your bottom piece. Sew together the side strips that you cut for the back piece. Then, attach the long strips that you cut from the front panel to the sides and at the neck of the teekini top you made. You're done! Tie on your new string teekini and enjoy the sun!
summary: Cut a tee shirt. Cut the top. Cut the bottom. Cut the side strips. Attach the side strips. Enjoy your new suit!