Watch the following video then check understanding with the questions below...
There are 2 ways to write a good opening statement.
Paraphrase the question topic
Say why the question topic is important
These strategies are helpful ways to introduce the topic without accidentally introducing other ideas.
VERY IMPORTANT:
BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO INTRODUCE NEW IDEAS IN THE OPENING STATEMENT!!!!!!
DO NOT GIVE YOUR OPINION IN THE OPENING STATEMENT!!!!!!