How to start off the essay?

Applying to College
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<p>my problem with essay is that i have two good idea to write about but i don't know where to start off. i want something that will at least catch the attention of the adcom and zooming into a specific part of an experience/event b/c the whole thing is very long.</p>

<p>so what do you think is a good way to start off the essay? any particular techenique you are using or used? if anyone had some unique opening and willing to share the idea, i would like to hear them.</p>

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<p>I just used a standard thesis statement.</p>

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<p>If you're essay is more story-based, you should start with a hook that'll really grab that read. Something like "And there it was.." or "I was in agonizing pain.."</p>

<p>Spetsnaz Op, why did you use a standard thesis statement? What was the essay question?</p>

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<p>1029 ways to start an essay .......</p>

<p>tip #853 ==== use a quote maybe ====</p>