Hook and Thesis Sentence Quiz

What is the definition of a hook sentence?

• A hook sentence is the opening line or lines of an essay or article that grabs the reader's attention and encourages them to continue reading.

• A hook sentence is a sentence that is used to introduce a new paragraph in an essay or article.

• A hook sentence is a sentence that summarizes the main idea of an essay or article.

• A hook sentence is the closing line or lines of an essay or article that leaves the reader with a lasting impression.

Which of the following is an example of an effective hook sentence? a) 'In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.' b) 'The sky is blue.' c) 'I like pizza.' d) 'Once upon a time...'

• b. 'The sky is blue.'

• c. 'I like pizza.'

• a

• d. 'Once upon a time...'

What are the different types of hook sentences?

• fact, definition, metaphor, and personal story

• anecdote, question, quote, statistic, and bold statement

Which of the following is a characteristic of a good thesis sentence? a) It is vague and unclear. b) It does not provide a clear argument. c) It is specific and focused. d) It is unrelated to the topic.

• b. It is ambiguous.

• c

• a. It is too general.

• d. It is off-topic.

Provide an example of a well-written thesis sentence.

• A well-written thesis sentence is not important for an essay.

• A well-written thesis sentence is essential for a strong essay.

• A well-written thesis sentence is only necessary for research papers.

• A well-written thesis sentence is only needed for academic writing.

True or False: A hook sentence is used to grab the reader's attention and make them want to read more.

• A hook sentence is used to grab the reader's attention and make them want to read more.

• A hook sentence is used to provide background information about the topic.

• A hook sentence is used to conclude the text.

• A hook sentence is used to summarize the main points of the text.

True or False: A thesis sentence is the main idea or argument of an essay.

• True

• A thesis sentence is a summary of the essay

• False

• A thesis sentence is a conclusion of the essay

Which of the following is NOT a type of hook sentence? a) Question b) Quotation c) Fact d) Conclusion

• c) Fact

• b) Quotation

• a) Question

• d) Conclusion

What is the purpose of a hook sentence?

• To provide a summary of the entire essay.

• To introduce the main argument of the essay.

• To provide a conclusion for the essay.

• To grab the reader's attention and make them interested in reading further.

What is the purpose of a thesis sentence?

• To provide evidence and support for the main idea.

• To clearly state the main idea or argument of an essay or research paper.

• To summarize the main points of the essay or research paper.

• To introduce the topic of the essay or research paper.