Today, over 6 million kids play on organized soccer teams. I am one of those 6 million. I began playing soccer when I was only six years old. When my friends were signing up to play basketball, or football, or baseball, I was heading to a lush green soccer field to kick the ball around with my teammates.

A.
Although the introduction presents valid information, it is ineffective because it does not clearly establish the main point of the essay.

B.
Although the introduction establishes a strong claim, it is ineffective because the first sentence does not turn reader interest toward the main idea of the essay.

C.
The introduction is effective because it presents the topic in an engaging way and clearly establishes the main idea.

D.
The introduction is effective because it establishes credibility by stating the author's intentions.