Monday, April 16, 2012

Hooks



HOOKS:


Some of the examples (click on the blue) may not exactly fit the type of writing we're doing, but maybe
you can tailor them to your needs.

Anecdote: a brief incident that relates to the theme of the essay
Startling fact or opinion: a piece of information that will get your reader's attention
Quotation: someone else's words that relate to the topic
Description: a brief description of a scene, person, or object that appeals to the reader's senses


Another possibility:


The  "String of Pearls" : Use three powerful words:


         Quixotic. Revolutionary. Hypocritical. Each of these adjectives describe a powerful character...








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