Writing a Hook

What type of hook is this?

Where in the Pacific Ocean can you find a delicious Krabby Patty to eat? Bikini Bottom, of course!

• Interesting Fact

• Question

• Specific Details

• Quote

One type of hook you can use for writing is called an anecdote. What is the definition of anecdote?

• A short explanation of the topic

• A short story or scene

• A striking fact or statistic

• A question that has a yes or no answer.

Is this an effective hook?

Don't use that soap! Over 40 brands of popular hand soap have been found to contain fecal matter!

• Yes

• No

Your hook sets the tone for the entire essay.

• True

• False

Which appeal does this hook make use of? Choose the TWO best answers.
Japanese band Arashi sold 3.3 million global units to clinch the title of global best-selling album of 2019.

• Emotional appeal

• Rational appeal

• Objective appeal

• Subjective appeal

All of the following are types of "hooks" except...?

• Quote

• Interesting Fact

• Background Information

• Anecdote

Which type of hook is this?

John Wooden once said, "Never mistake activity for achievement."

• Paradox

• Anecdote

• Quote

• Example

Which type of hook is this?

“As my cousin and I pedaled our new bikes to the beach, 6 years old, suntanned and young, we met an old, shaggy-haired man weaving unsteadily on a battered old bike.”

• Paradox

• Quote

• Interesting Fact

• Anecdote

Which type of hook is this?

Approximately 17% (or 12.7 million) of children and adolescents aged 2—19 years are obese.

• Interesting Fact

• Anecdote

• Explanation

• Quote

Writing a hook is easy.

• Yes (if you practice)

• No

• What?