THE INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH

True or False

100

The hook should only be 1 sentence.

FALSE

300

A good thesis statement should be arguable.

TRUE

500

The introduction paragraph should always include an anecdote.

FALSE

Choose the Best

100

A. Sacrifice among the different ethnic groups in Ethiopia reflects their language, traditions and views of gender.

B. There are many different ethnic groups in Ethiopia.

C. In this essay, I will discuss the language, traditions and views of Ethiopia.

A

300

A. Some of the major causes behind the common diseases in the United States could be traced to poor diet, lack of exercise, and smoking.

B. Is it possible that poor diet, lack of exercise, and smoking could be the causes of the common diseases in the United States?

C. This essay examines how the causes of the common diseases in the United States are poor diet, lack of exercise and smoking.

A

500

A. Public schools began the system of free lunches during the 1990s to support lower-income students.

B. Free lunches are necessary for lower-income students to increase participation, equalize gaps and benefit future generations.

C. Future generations will benefit from free lunches because it is important for students to maintain a healthy diet for mental strength and stamina.

B

The Hook

100

What is the purpose of the hook?

To catch the reader's attention.

300

Which type of hook should you try to avoid?

Question.

500

“As the two cousins pedaled their new bikes on that warm day, they came across an unusual sight: a house on a rock, in the middle of the lake.”

What kind of hook is this?

Anecdote