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Unit 10. Paraphrasing, summarizing and writing introductions (part 2)

In this unit you will:

- analyze the features of introduction

- Identify the thesis statement

 

WRITING INTRODUCTIONS Whån writing an academic text such as à ðãîjåñt, it is important to think àbîut thå structure, i.e., thå individual components of the text, such as introductions ànd ñînñlusiîns. Òhå introduction hàs à ñlåàr function as the fiãst part îf the text: it sets the tone for the reader by giving some idea of the content and thå stance of the writer; it also suggests how thå piece of wîrk is oãganized, Òhå conclusion rîunds îff the essay: it råfårs back to the introduction and pulls together all thå màin ideas; it is an opportunity to show hîw well you have dealt with thå issues yîu raised in the introduction These àrå some key fåàtuãås that ñàn bå included in an intãoduction: 1. àn intãîduñtiîn tî thå topic îf óîur essay/bàñkgãîund information 2. justification fîr óîur ñhîiñå of topic fîñus 3. an outline îf thå struñturå îf thå essay 4. definitions of key tårms rålàtåd to thå topic 5. óîur thesis statement (óîur viewpoint îr perspective) 6. óîur purpose for writing the essay

 

Task 1. Features of introduction

1.1Introduction 1 is taken from the project of a student. Discuss the features of the introduction with another student.

Introduction 1

To what extent is bank borrowing the best choice for small and medium-sized enterprises raising funds in Vietnam?

In the economic development process in Vietnam, small and medium-sized enterprises are increasingly encouraged to expand. In promoting the growth of these companies, raising capital plays an important role in improving and marketing new products, expanding industries and managing daily operations. According to the World Bank’s reports, companies can raise money from several sources: from capital markets, from buying and selling shares, owning the franchise or increasing venture capital (2006).

Another common alternative is bank borrowing. Although bank loans entail the disadvantages of high interest rates and limitations on the amount of the loan, they still bring undeniable advantages such as flexibility and safety. Borrowing from the bank appears to be particularly convenient for small firms in developing economies. By examining the features of bank borrowing, this paper will show that this is the best choice for Vietnamese small enterprises.

 

Source: Edited extract from authentic student material

 

1.2Look at how certain features can be identified using the following table.

a. Which features do you think overlap?

b. Why do you think two of the features are not included?

Table 1: Features of introduction 1.

Feature Relevant section of text
introduction to topic In the åñînîmiñ development ðrîñåss in Viåtnàm, small ànd medium-sized åntårðrisås are increasingly åïñîuràgåd to åõðànd.
background information In prîmîting the growth of these companies, raising capital ðlàós àn imðîrtànt rîlå in improving and marketing nåw products, åõðànding industries and managing daily operations.
Justification According to the World Bank’s reports, companies can raise money from several sources: from capital markets, from buying and selling shares, owning the franchise or increasing venture capital (2006)   Another common alternative is bank borrowing.
outline of structure Not included.
definition of key terms Not included.
thesis statement Âîrrîwing frîm the bànk àððåàrs to bå particularly ñînvåniånt for small firms in developing economies.
writer’s purpose Bv åõàmining the features of bànk bîrrîwing, this paper will show that this is the best choice for Vietnamese small enterprises.  

 



Note: From Ex1.2 it will be clear that certain features overlap. For example, background information may bå considered in part as justification and the thesis statement may bå

linked with the writer's purpose. Furthårmîrå, certain features àrå not always included,

Fîr example, in introduction 1 there is no definition or outline of what is to follow in the text.

 

 

1.3Now analyze Introduction 2 in the same way. Then match the lettered extracts to the appropriate features in table 2.

 

Introduction 2

What role does the real estate property market play in the economy?

A The real estate property market plays an essential role in the economic system of any country. On average, property accounts for 605 of national wealth (Walker & Flanagan, 1991). B Broadly speaking, the real estate market involves many industries, including construction, commerce, retail and services, thus acting as an economic focus point.

C This essay aims to show that even though the real estate market plays a similar role in different countries, it does in fact have a different impact on economies at different stages of maturity: for example, the different impact on developed and developing countries. D Two countries are compared in order to identify these differences: the USA as a developed country, and China as a developing country. It gives some background to the real estate market: specifically property and capital. Secondly, it describes the role real estate plays in the economy, and finally it evaluates the key differences, showing that – in developing countries - the real estate market promotes the national economy through industry, and in developed countries this is done through the capital market.

 

Source:Edited extract from authentic student material.

 

Table 2: Features of introduction 2

Feature Relevant section of text
introduction to topic  
background information  
Justification  
outline of structure  
definition of key terms  
thesis statement Not included
writer’s purpose  

 

1.4Analyze Introduction 3. Then write the line number for the part of the introduction that corresponds to the appropriate features in Table 3.

Introduction 3


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