Writing Hooks

Front

What is the purpose of a hook in writing?

Back

To make the reader interested in the story.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

Front

Name a type of hook that is NOT commonly used.

Back

Numbers.

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CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What type of hook is represented by the line: 'Bring me that magical pen,' Jack told Sarah?

Back

Dialogue.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

Provide an example of a 'Sound' hook.

Back

Swish! The ball made a quiet noise as it entered the basket.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What type of hook is represented by the question: 'Why were so many people standing outside the mall?'

Back

Question.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Front

List three common types of hooks used in writing.

Back

1. Question 2. Dialogue 3. Sound.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

Why is it important to engage the reader from the beginning of a story?

Back

It captures their attention and encourages them to continue reading.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is a rhetorical question and how can it be used as a hook?

Back

A rhetorical question is a question asked for effect, not requiring an answer. It can engage readers by prompting them to think.

Front

How can a surprising fact serve as a hook?

Back

It can intrigue the reader and make them want to learn more about the topic.

Front

What is the effect of using vivid imagery as a hook?

Back

It creates a strong mental picture that draws the reader into the scene.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5