Parts of an Introduction

Which type of hook tells a short interesting story?

Which type of hook asks the reader something to make them think?

Which type of hook starts with a surprising fact or number?

Which type of hook starts with a quote from someone famous or a relevant saying?

Which type of hook makes a strong or surprising claim?

Where can you find the hook in an introductory paragraph?

• beginning

• middle

• end

Where can you find the thesis statement in an introductory paragraph?

• beginning

• middle

• end

What is the purpose of the hook in an introduction?

• to capture the reader's attention

• to map out what the essay will be about

• to argue with a claim

• to propose a counterargument

A thesis statement must be which of the following components?

• clear

• specific

• arguable

• vague

How many paragraphs make an essay?