Using an Anecdote as a Grabber - Examples
One of the best techniques for generating audience interest in your topic is to begin your essay with an anecdote. An anecdote is a brief account of an amusing or attention-getting incident. Since most people enjoy a good story, an anecdote is often a good way to begin your essay. But make sure that the anecdote is short and to the point and relates to the main idea of your essay.
In the following examples, notice how anecdotes have been used create lively introductions.
