Lamb to the Slaughter - Theme Essay Introduction

Please carefully write your introduction paragraph for your essay based on the short story, "Lamb to the Slaughter" (Sightlines 9, page 10). Follow this format:

Intro Sentence 1: Thesis Statement (Author, Genre, Title, Theme)
In Roald Dahl’s short story, “Lamb to the Slaughter,” ___________________________.
OR
The short story, “Lamb to the Slaughter,” by Roald Dahl explores the idea that ________.


Intro Sentence 2: Mention one or more important events in the text that show a connection to your chosen theme

Intro Sentence 3: Explain what the author/artist is trying to teach you through this particular event (what is his/her message? HINT: theme).

Intro Sentence 4: Make a personal connection to the event from your text (mention a time when you, or someone you know, has experienced a similar struggle or triumph).

Intro Sentence 5: Transition into Body Paragraph #1 (Hint: remind your reader of your thesis statement)