Writing Hooks

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is a compelling opening sentence or question that grabs the reader's attention.

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What are the four common types of hooks?

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1. Quote 2. Interesting Fact 3. Anecdote 4. Question

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What is an anecdote?

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A short story that illustrates a point or adds interest.

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True or False: The first sentence of your introduction is the first chance a writer has to capture the attention of the reader.

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True

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Which type of hook is this? 'As my cousin and I pedaled our new bikes to the beach... we met an old, shaggy-haired man weaving unsteadily on a battered old bike.'

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Anecdote

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What is the correct order of the three parts of an introduction paragraph?

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Hook, Background Information, Thesis Statement.

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What is the purpose of a hook in an introduction?

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To engage the reader and make them want to read more.

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What is a quote hook?

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A hook that uses a famous quote to introduce the topic.

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What is an interesting fact hook?

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A hook that presents a surprising or intriguing fact related to the topic.

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What is a question hook?

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A hook that poses a thought-provoking question to the reader.