Writing a Hook

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Where is the hook located in the introductory paragraph?

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The very beginning.

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What type of hook is this? I was living in Arkansas the first time I met prejudice face to face.

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Personal Anecdote.

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What type of hook is this? Each year there is one Lego block made for every person in the world. Think about it.

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Fascinating Fact.

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What is a thesis statement?

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The statement that is the main idea of an essay.

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Which type of hook is this? Approximately 17% (or 12.7 million) of children and adolescents aged 2—19 years are obese.

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Statistics.

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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 an essay.

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What is the purpose of a hook?

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To engage the reader and encourage them to continue reading.

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What type of hook is a question?

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A question hook invites the reader to think and engage with the topic.

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What type of hook is a quote?

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A quote hook uses a famous saying or statement to draw the reader in.

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What is an interesting fact hook?

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An interesting fact hook presents a surprising or intriguing piece of information.