Writing Hooks

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What is a hook in writing?

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A hook is a sentence or question that grabs the reader's attention at the beginning of a story.

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What is a dialogue hook?

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A dialogue hook is when a character speaks to catch the reader's interest.

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What is a question hook?

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A question hook is when a question is asked to make the reader curious.

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What is an interesting fact hook?

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An interesting fact hook shares a surprising or cool fact to engage the reader.

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What is a sound hook?

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A sound hook uses a sound word to create excitement or interest.

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Why do writers use hooks?

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Writers use hooks to make readers want to keep reading their story.

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Give an example of a dialogue hook.

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"Can you believe what just happened?" asked Lily.

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Give an example of a question hook.

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"What would you do if you found a treasure map?"

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Give an example of an interesting fact hook.

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Did you know that honey never spoils?

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Give an example of a sound hook.

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Boom! The thunder shook the windows.