Having problems with a introductory sentence. Its a essay on dying and living.

I wrote a question to start my intro. Sentence. Or
I wrote The professor died in 1974 of Cancer.

Someone please let me know if I started out right. Please

Mike, I don't think jumping right into it is a good idea. You want to lead them to it. What is the question starting the intro?

What is your thesis statement? What arguments are you making to support it?

After you've finished the body of the essay, then think about your opening sentence.

http://www.aui.ma/personal/~A.Cads/1201/Mod2/M2-links/L-9%20LEO%20Thesis%20Statement.htm

To improve the introductory sentence of your essay on the topic of dying and living, you could consider a different approach than stating a specific fact about a professor's death. Instead, try crafting a thought-provoking question or a compelling statement that captures the essence of your essay's theme. For example, you might consider a question like:

"What does it truly mean to live when our mortality looms before us?"

Or you could start with an engaging statement like:

"In contemplating the delicate balance between dying and living, we embark on a journey to discover the profound meaning behind our existence."

By using a question or statement that invites readers to reflect upon the topic at hand, and setting a more philosophical tone, you can create a stronger and more captivating introduction for your essay.