Constructing Introductory Paragraphs The sentences in each group are in the wrong order. On a separate sheet of paper, write the sentences in the correct order to form an introductory paragraph. Write the thesis statement last. Identify the type of introduction: funnel or attention-getting. GROUP 2 1. To celebrate the occasion, Mr. X decided to throw a big party at the plant. 2. Mr.X went from his native land to a new country to manage a milk pasteurization plant 3. Then one day an impressive new, pasteurization unit arrived and was installed. 4. The emplovees did most of the planning and draped the new unit with garlands. 5. During the party one of Mr. X's supervisors took him aside and said, "Now we see what a good man you are; from now on I am sure everyone will really try to do their best for you 6. And so it was neither punctuality nor quality checks were any longer needed. 7. This story illustrates the need to understand that doing business in a different culture demands an understanding of the culture. 8. The party was a great success, and everybody had a good time 9. For eight months, he tried every way possible to convince his workers of the importance of punctuality and of checking every detail of their work. 10. The response was always, "Yes, yes, we will do our best." but nothing ever changed. Constructing Introductory Paragraphs The sentences in each group are in the wrong order. On a separate sheet of paper, write the sentences in the correct order to form an introductory paragraph. Write the thesis statement last. Identify the type of introduction: tunnel or attention-getting Grour 1 1. If done properly, a handshake gives the impression of strength and honesty, and if done improperly, it conveys weakness and dishonesty. 2. In some cultures, people bow, and in others, they shake hands. 3. In English-speaking countries, shaking hands is the custom 4. A proper handshake has four ingredients pressure, pumps', eye contact, and verbal message 5. The way people greet each other when they meet for the first time varies from culture to culture 6. How one shakes hands sends an important message about one's character. Type of introduction