Writing Standards

T or F: The first sentence of your introduction is the first chance a writer has to capture the attention of the reader.

• True

• False

Your hook sets the tone for the entire essay.

• True

• False

Is this an effective hook that you could use in your writing?

If you're looking for beautiful scenery, relaxing breezes, and delicious food, then look no further than Fiji!

• Yes

• No

What type of hook is this?

I will always remember my grandmother for her kindness and generosity, her wrinkly but gentle hands soothing away my tears when unkind words brought forth my waterworks.

• Thesis

• Reversal of Expectations

• Anecdotal

• Specific Details

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?

• Yes

• No

Which in-text citation is formatted correctly in MLA style?

• (Johnson, 88)

• (Jim Johnson 88)

• (Johnson, Jim, 88)

• (Johnson 88)

The part of the introduction that catches the reader's attention is called the...?

• Hook

• Background Information

• Thesis Statement

• Claim 

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

• An interesting fact

• A question that has a yes or no answer.

Which of the following is a key component of a well-structured paragraph?

• A topic sentence

• A random fact

• An unrelated quote

• A lengthy introduction