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You have been asked to write an argumentative essay about Dylan’s receipt of the Nobel Prize in Literature. Your essay will be read by high school students. Considering the audience, what information would be best to include in the introductory paragraph?
I should draw on their interest in modern music, provide relatable details about Dylan’s music, and explain the Nobel Prize in Literature.
I should provide a short biography about Dylan, including when he was born, where he went to school, and the number of songs he has written.
I should provide a history of the Nobel Prize in Literature, including biographical information about the last recipient of the award.
I should relate to the reader by comparing how Bob Dylan’s songs measure up against the most popular songs today.
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Choose the first option.
Why: For high school readers you want a hook they care about (modern music), relatable details that make Dylan relevant (his sound, lyrics, influence), and a clear, concise explanation of what the Nobel Prize in Literature is so they understand the award’s significance. That combination engages the audience and sets up your argument without overwhelming them with biographical or historical minutiae.
What to include in the intro (briefly):
- A hook linking Dylan to something students know (e.g., how modern songwriters still borrow from his style).
- A couple of relatable details about Dylan’s music (notable songs, reputation for poetic lyrics, cultural influence).
- A one- or two-sentence explanation of the Nobel Prize in Literature and why it matters.
- A clear thesis statement that states your stance on Dylan’s receipt of the prize and previews your main reasons.
Optional: a single-sentence example opening:
"Though most teenagers know pop stars by chart hits, Bob Dylan’s songs — celebrated for their poetic lyrics and cultural impact — earned him the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature, a prestigious award that recognizes lasting contributions to letters; in this essay I will argue that Dylan’s lyrical innovation justifies that honor."
Why: For high school readers you want a hook they care about (modern music), relatable details that make Dylan relevant (his sound, lyrics, influence), and a clear, concise explanation of what the Nobel Prize in Literature is so they understand the award’s significance. That combination engages the audience and sets up your argument without overwhelming them with biographical or historical minutiae.
What to include in the intro (briefly):
- A hook linking Dylan to something students know (e.g., how modern songwriters still borrow from his style).
- A couple of relatable details about Dylan’s music (notable songs, reputation for poetic lyrics, cultural influence).
- A one- or two-sentence explanation of the Nobel Prize in Literature and why it matters.
- A clear thesis statement that states your stance on Dylan’s receipt of the prize and previews your main reasons.
Optional: a single-sentence example opening:
"Though most teenagers know pop stars by chart hits, Bob Dylan’s songs — celebrated for their poetic lyrics and cultural impact — earned him the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature, a prestigious award that recognizes lasting contributions to letters; in this essay I will argue that Dylan’s lyrical innovation justifies that honor."
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