Don't let that blinking cursor thwart your efforts, though. Then you might have one or more paragraphs that provide background on the main topics of the paper and present the overall argument, concluding with your thesis statement. Each has given me a unique learning experience. An Ineffective Introduction Everyone uses math during their entire lives.
Step 2 - The First Sentence The first sentence is often the most difficult for any writer. Summary of Your Topic, Ideas, or Argument Your opening paragraph should introduce the subject matter and the points you intend to make. The first paragraph might consist of just the attention grabber and some narrative about the problem.
Me, crying silently, huddled in the corner. Bring something new to the table, not just what you think they want to hear.
Then, in high school, I developed an enthusiasm for Chinese. With an anecdote?