In this video, the teacher explains how to effectively begin a response to a writing prompt. They emphasize the importance of hooking the reader and clearly stating the thesis statement. The teacher provides an example of a hook sentence and demonstrates how to incorporate the main ideas and reasons into the opening paragraph. Overall, this lesson teaches students how to engage the reader and set the stage for their argument.

Writing Effective Opening Paragraphs: Hooking the Reader and Stating Your Thesis