Start an Argument Using the ideas you previously wrote in your Argument Organizer on the topic you chose, you will write the introduction paragraph of your argument. View the grading rubric as you complete your work. This is your guide to a super submission. You have previously chosen a side to an issue, and you have organized your ideas in the Argument Organizer. Now you will use your ideas from the organizer (and tips from this lesson) to write the introduction to your argument. In your introduction, remember to: Include a hook that captures the interest of your reader and gives a reason the issue is important State your specific claim that expresses your opinion on the issue and is clearly focused and specific. Write 100 words or more Write in formal style using the third person point of view. Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.