Asked by Wolf Haley

Which statement best describes the introduction of a document-based essay?

The introduction states the writer’s viewpoint and sets up the main points of the essay.
The introduction provides facts and examples that are relevant to the topic of the essay.
The introduction includes information from the documents and outside sources to support the essay.
The introduction reinforces the viewpoint and states what readers should take away from the essay.

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The first statement.

The introduction should state the writer’s viewpoint (thesis) and outline the main points that will be developed in the essay.