I am doing an american dream essay and I am trying to start the introduction. I want to use an illusion (historical or literary) is fine. Can I have some suggestions please thank you

DON'T start any paper's first draft by writing the introduction! How can you introduce a paper that you haven't written yet?

Follow the writing process, whether you're writing for science, history, English, or whatever:

Prewriting: Brainstorm, research, plan, outline, thesis statement

Writing: Write first draft by starting with section II of your outline; write the introduction after the body of the paper is written; write the conclusion last.

Polishing: Revise, concentrating first on the body of the paper, then the intro, then the concl (revision = making sure ideas are logical and sequential and support your thesis); proofread (spelling, grammar, usage, etc.)

Do you have a thesis yet? Have you done your brainstorming (and maybe research) yet? Have you written an outline?

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Let us know when you have a thesis statement and outline. There's no use going on with a task until you have it all planned out.

Of course! Incorporating an illusion, whether historical or literary, can add depth and intrigue to your essay's introduction on the American Dream. Here are a few suggestions to consider:

1. Historical Illusion: You can refer to the Pilgrims who arrived on the Mayflower in 1620 as a symbol of the American Dream. Highlight how they ventured to the New World in pursuit of religious freedom and economic opportunity, embodying the core values of self-reliance, individualism, and the promise of a better future.

2. Literary Illusion: Consider using the phrase "green light" from F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, "The Great Gatsby." You can highlight how the green light represents the American Dream, with Gatsby reaching for the symbol of wealth, success, and social status in his relentless pursuit of happiness.

3. Historical-Literary Blend: Combine a historical event with a literary reference. For instance, you can allude to the Boston Tea Party, a significant event during the American Revolution, to symbolize the American Dream's foundation of protest against British authority. Then, connect it to the words of Thomas Jefferson in the Declaration of Independence, emphasizing the pursuit of life, liberty, and happiness as the essence of the American Dream.

Remember, the purpose of using an illusion is to captivate your reader's attention and provide a framework for your essay. Once you've chosen an illusion, be sure to expand upon its significance and relate it to your understanding of the American Dream in your introduction.