I am writing a paper on my definition of tradition. I need some help with starting out my essay. I have my thesis already and some of my supporting points but i would like a well written intro. my thesis is Although often difficult to fulfill, traditions have a way of bringing families together to share the past.

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anonymous · Answer

Ok have you tried using a graphic organizer and then filling in the blanks? Do that on a separate file and attach it and I'll try and help

anonymous · Answer

In order for us to help you write your introduction, we will need to know the 3 main points your paper will be covering.

anonymous · Answer

Make sure the 3 main points support "bringing families together," as stated in your thesis.

anonymous · Answer

ill give you 3 points and their topic sentence that ties back to my thesis
Point 1) Dedication/Sacrifice-Most cultures today have traditions that require a great deal of dedication and sacrifices but worthwhile in bringing a family together.
point 2) Sense of belonging-Traditions keep families together as one group, which also gives an individual a sense of belonging.

im not sure what my third point should be.

anonymous · Answer

what about like indian tradition where the parents pick the spouse or christmas tradition... stuff like that. or traditions YOU have in your family...

anonymous · Answer

yea that helps but i still need help with my intro paragraph. well at least just how to begin it

anonymous · Answer

Start with a very short story (a few sentences) of a tradition your family has.  Then say a little about other cultures, and how their traditions are similar or different from yours (stick with one or two different cultures to discuss, so your readers are not confused - If you are in the U.S., maybe Canada or Mexico, since they are close).  Explain in what ways these traditions involve dedication and sacrifice, and a sense of belonging.

You really should think of another main point, but if the paper is well written, your teacher may overlook the fact that you only have 2. 
Good luck!

anonymous · Answer

Thank you so much!!

anonymous · Answer

I myself would reconsider that "although difficult to fulfill" part of the thesis statement. That seemed to be the main point of one of your support statements... which means that the support isn't "support", is it?