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PPT introduces and explains how to formulate a hook. A hook is the opening sentence of an essay or story.
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COURSE 1
Instructor: Tonya Lee
7th Grade and up
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
5 STEPS
1) prewriting
2) drafting
3) revising
& editing
4) creating a
final copy
5) publishing
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
Essay Skeleton
5 Paragraph Essay
Introductory
E! Paragraph
ER
H
is
O K
HO
e BODY with 3
Th Paragraphs
Concluding
Paragraph
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Required Components
Hook
Introduc Transition
Thesis
tion Points
BODY
Conclusi
on Transition
Thesis Restated
Points Restated
Wrap-Up
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
7 Types of HOOKS!
1. Interesting Question Hook *
2. Strong Statement/Declaration Hook *
3. The Fact/Statistic Hook *
4. The Metaphor/Simile Hook
5. The Story Hook *
6. The Description Hook
7. The Quotation Hook *
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Interesting Question Hook
Interesting / Rhetorical Question-when you ask a question that relates to
your essay or paper.
It peaks curiosity from the reader. Naturally, they want the question
answered and read on to get it.
Example 1 (interesting)-
What is the difference between successful college students and unsuccessful
college students?
Example 2 (rhetorical)-
What if no one had a nose?
Goal- to make readers read on to find the answer.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Interesting Question Hook
Let me show you...
Let’s use the topic below to write a hook using
an interesting/rhetorical question.
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are
many to choose from.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Interesting Question Hook
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are many
to choose from.
Points: When choosing the right pet, the amount of
care required should always be considered.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Interesting Question Hook
You try...
Use the topic given to write a hook using an
interesting/rhetorical question.
Topic: The uses of Facebook
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Strong Statement / Declaration Hook
Strong Statement / Declaration-makes an assertive claim about your
topic. It is a great technique because it doesn’t matter if your reader agrees
or disagrees with your statement. They will want to see how you support
your statement.
Online college classes are cheaper and more effective than in-person college
Goal- to make the reader either support your point of view about online
classes, or it makes the reader want to argue against it. Either way, they’ll
read on.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Strong Statement / Declaration Hook
Let me show you...
Let’s use the topic below to write a hook using a
strong statement/declaration hook.
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are
many to choose from.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Strong Statement / Declaration Hook
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are many
to choose from.
Points: When choosing the right pet, the amount of
care required should always be considered.
13.
The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
Strong Statement / Declaration Hook
You try...
Use the topic given to write a hook using a
strong statement/declaration hook.
Topic: The uses of Facebook
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Fact / Statistic Hook
The Fact / Statistic Hook- real information is given about a topic at the
very beginning. Facts must be accurate, interesting and reliable. Evaluate
your information and make sure it comes from a credible source. A startling
statistic that really emphasizes your thesis will cause readers to want to know
Almost two-thirds of American adults at some point in their life lived in a
home with at least one gun.
The Pew Research Center, “America’s Relationship With Guns: An In-Depth Look at the Attitudes and Experiences of US Adults”
Goal- to impress your reader with your knowledge and evidence from the
very beginning.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Fact / Statistic Hook
Let me show you...
Let’s use the topic below to write a hook using
the
fact/statistic hook.
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Fact / Statistic Hook
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are many
to choose from.
Points: When choosing the right pet, the amount of
care required should always be considered.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Fact / Statistic Hook
You try...
Use the topic given to write a hook using a
fact/statistic hook.
Topic: The uses of Facebook
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Metaphor / Simile Hook
The Metaphor / Simile Hook- makes them think about a topic in a
different way.
Example of Metaphor- Her boyfriend is a rat.The boyfriend is not really a
rat, but he behaves like one.
Example of Simile- Writing a research paper is like running a marathon
when it’s 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
The process of writing a paper is not literally running nor is it really 95
degrees, but the process is stressful mentally like running a marathon is
stressful physically.
Goal- to get your reader to wonder what you mean by the statement. It
peaks their curiosity and makes them read on.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Metaphor / Simile Hook
Let me show you...
Let’s use the topic below to write a hook using
the
metaphor/simile hook.
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Metaphor / Simile Hook
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are many
to choose from.
Points: When choosing the right pet, the amount of
care required should always be considered.
21.
The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Metaphor / Simile Hook
You try...
Use the topic given to write a hook using a
metaphor/simile hook.
Topic: The uses of Facebook
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Story Hook
The Story Hook- begin with a short story or episode that relates to your
topic. Readers love stories. It can be your personal story or someone else’s.
Since it relates to the topic, they’ll read on to learn more about the topic. Ask
yourself, “Will a story hook be acceptable in this course?” If you’re unsure,
ask before using it.
I got off the train and pulled my luggage behind me. A cab pulled up to the
curb, and the driver got out. He lifted my luggage and said, “Miss, I’m just
going to put your stuff in the boot.” I didn’t know what he meant until I saw
him open the car’s trunk. Then I realized the boot means car trunk. I got in
the cab, wondering how many other words would be different in England.
Goal- to draw a personal connection with the reader to make them want to
read more.
NOTE: This opening is longer, so consider the audience, topic, and purpose of the essay before choosing
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Story Hook
Let me show you...
Let’s use the topic below to write a hook using
the
story hook.
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Story Hook
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are many
to choose from.
Points: When choosing the right pet, the amount of
care required should always be considered.
25.
The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Story Hook
You try...
Use the topic given to write a hook using the
story hook.
Topic: The uses of Facebook
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Description Hook
The Description Hook- a vivid description of a scene. A good description
hook will make your reader want to know what comes next in your
writing. It’s most popular in narrative essays, but you can use a description
hook with any type of writing (yes even academic papers). But, like the story
hook ask yourself, “Will this description hook be acceptable in this course?”
The dog howled in pain and limped along the side of the road. His leg was
cut and blood streamed down his leg.
Goal- to paint a picture to make the reader want to read more.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Description Hook
Let me show you...
Let’s use the topic below to write a hook using a
description hook.
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are
many to choose from.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Description Hook
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are many
to choose from.
Points: When choosing the right pet, the amount of
care required should always be considered.
29.
The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Description Hook
You try...
Use the topic given to write a hook using a
description hook.
Topic: The uses of Facebook
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Quotation Hook
The Quotation Hook- begin your essay with a quotation. The quotation
could be from a famous person, but it doesn’t have to be. You can quote
anyone if it connects to what you’re writing about.If you want to use a
quotation for a hook, make sure you quote the words exactly. Choose
quotations where the words are striking, powerful, and/ or memorable.
Nelson Mandela said, “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to
change the world.”
Goal- to make a profound statement to make the reader want to read more.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Quotation Hook
Let me show you...
Let’s use the topic below to write a hook using
a quotation hook.
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are
many to choose from.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Quotation Hook
Topic: types of pets
Thesis: When looking for the right pet, there are many
to choose from.
Points: When choosing the right pet, the amount of
care required should always be considered.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
The Quotation Hook
You try...
Use the topic given to write a hook using a
quotation hook.
Topic: The uses of Facebook
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
The Hook
More Practice...
Write a hook and transition sentence for the topic below. Use each of the
discussed hooks. You should have a total of 7 Hooks and transitions.
Topic: The importance of a balanced diet and active lifestyle
Thesis: Having a balanced diet and an active lifestyle is important to overall
Points: A balanced diet and physical activity optimizes a person’s physical,
mental, and emotional state.
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The Writing Process
(CONT’D)
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