i have to write my essay about "the wife of Bath's tale" and first i need to explain how " the wife of Bath's tale"' can be read as both a pro-feminist and an anti-feminist stroy" second, provide an arguemtn as to which I believe the story to be(quotes and explanation)

i don't know how to start my introduction.. lol
help me

Thanks for Ms. Sue for these directions:

The last thing you write is the introduction.

Start with your thesis statement. Then write the body of your essay supporting your thesis.

Then you will be able to easily write your introduction.

Study these excellent sites about thesis statements.

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/545/01/

http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/thesis.html

http://www.indiana.edu/~wts/pamphlets/thesis_statement.shtml

Writing an introduction can be challenging, but I can assist you with some suggestions. To begin your essay, it's helpful to set the context and provide essential information about "The Wife of Bath's Tale." You can follow these steps:

1. Start with an introduction to "The Wife of Bath's Tale" by Geoffrey Chaucer, a narrative within his renowned work, "The Canterbury Tales."

2. Begin by summarizing the key elements of the tale briefly, such as the protagonist, the plot, and the central themes. For instance, mention that the tale centers around a woman named the Wife of Bath, who shares a provocative tale of a knight and a magical dilemma he faces.

3. Next, explain that "The Wife of Bath's Tale" can be interpreted in contrasting ways, making it captivating and debatable as a pro-feminist and an anti-feminist story. Elaborate by saying that this tale incorporates elements that can be seen as supportive of women empowerment while simultaneously containing elements that could be viewed as undermining feminist ideals.

4. As a transition to the body paragraphs, indicate that you will discuss both interpretations in the subsequent sections of your essay and then present your own argument regarding which perspective you believe the story aligns with.

Remember, your introduction should be concise yet informative and provide a clear roadmap for the rest of your essay.