Which hook is most effective and why? by Peter Mattson https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j en-us 2019-02-22 15:20:22 UTC 2025-12-31 09:43:23 UTC hello@padlet.com Start with a dramatic incident https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217352 It provides a lot of imagery and it gives the reader a scary statement that makes them want to read more.]]> 2019-02-22 16:41:01 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217352 Because it provides interesting information on the topic and imagery that makes the reader feel like they are actually experiencing the event https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217702 2019-02-22 16:41:52 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217702 Start with a dramatic incident https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217725 The dramatic incidents allows the reader to wonder what the essay will be about so they would want to keep reading into it.

]]> 2019-02-22 16:41:55 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217725 Start with a dramatic incident https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217749 I believe that the dramatic incident would be the most effective because it would be hard for the reader to not question or be interested in what the outcome of said scenario would be. ]]> 2019-02-22 16:41:59 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217749 Start with a Dramatic Incident https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217793 The reason why I believe this one is the most effective is because it helps the reader feel intrigued to read more by the description and amount of detail in the actions that are taking place. Also, with the details, it helps create suspense that makes the reader keep on going. With the scenario being interesting, dramatic irony is created.]]> 2019-02-22 16:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217793 Dramatic incident because that makes the reader interested in the topic. https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217860 2019-02-22 16:42:13 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217860 start with a dramatic accident because it gives meaning. to a story https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217871 2019-02-22 16:42:14 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217871 It catches the readers attention and the reader can possibly automatically relate to the story catching even more of their attention https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217877 2019-02-22 16:42:15 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217877 It's mysterious, interesting, and keeps you fully engaged the whole time because of it https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217927 2019-02-22 16:42:21 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334217927 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334218060 Starting with a dramatic story hooks the reader into wanting to know what happens next. They'll keep reading the text until you give them the answers they want.]]> 2019-02-22 16:42:38 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334218060 VISUAL https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334218106 It creates a visualization to set the reader read to get into the story or subject she/he is writing about.]]> 2019-02-22 16:42:44 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334218106 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334218594 It makes the reader actually have to think to answer the question]]> 2019-02-22 16:43:21 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334218594 Start with a dramatic incident https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334218727 I think those one is the best at catching the attention of the reader.

]]> 2019-02-22 16:43:35 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334218727 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334220490 When you tell a story, you set up a setting, characters perhaps, a theme and more. The multitude of factors within your story helps give the reader something to relate to, or something to like. As progression through your story takes its course, your reader will want to read more of what you have written to see what happens, perhaps what happens to the characters (if any at all), what happens to the setting, how the setting changes, and how the theme of your story plays a role in the world you have set up. People are naturally attracted to that of questions and mystery-things that are left open for interpretation or investigation, in which a reader will go out of their way to go further into your hook to find these answers to satisfy that need, and maybe be roped into the rest of what you have written, beyond the hook.]]> 2019-02-22 16:46:44 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334220490 Image https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334243510 Setting up a scene makes the reader think about what is being told because they don't know what is happening yet even though they can imagine it. It pulls them in and keeps them reading to find out what is being described. ]]> 2019-02-22 17:33:25 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334243510 Stories can make things interesting. https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334244265 You may pick "Start by setting a scene," because you can put a picture in someone's head, but telling a story does the same thing. Because you're telling something no one has heard you can effectively set up the story. After all, this is what every author does. Your choice of words can greatly impact your writing, drawing the reader closer and closer. Someone may dread having to read an essay, but if you make things personal things get interesting. As humans we naturally find each other intriguing. Think of a time that what you were talking about didn't have to do with someone. Is it hard? That's because we love sharing stories about other people. We love hearing different sides, we love being able to imagine what the situation must have been like. With the use of imagery and the human mind's natural instinct, telling a story overall allows us to connect with the author, imagine the scenario, and indulge on the lives of others. ]]> 2019-02-22 17:35:00 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334244265 I think it intrigues a reader to want to read more, since it gives so many details about the situation. https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334244455 2019-02-22 17:35:24 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334244455 with a dramatic incident, it kinda gives the reader a sense to move on in the story by catching their eye with something dramatic, or interesting. https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334282245 2019-02-22 18:46:59 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334282245 What better way than to just start typing what your typing about. https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284089 I think start by setting the scene is the best because it can tell the reader what is happening so they will generally have a good idea about what the author is writing about.]]> 2019-02-22 18:50:27 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284089 4804097412 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284127 I think it has the best shot to draw the reader in because the topic of drama in itself is very intriguing. The average reade normally keeps reading to find out what will happen next that is what your trying to do in this case.
 ]]> 2019-02-22 18:50:32 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284127 boi https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284188 because its more informational 

]]> 2019-02-22 18:50:39 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284188 Anticipation https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284377 The scene that is started is left on a cliffhanger, which makes people want to know more about the situation. Readers don't often like to be left on edge, and will want to read more. If I had read a hook like this, my interest would be piqued because I would want to learn more about what is happening. Starting with this type of hook makes those reading want to continue reading to satisfy themselves. For example, no one likes when their favorite TV show ends on a cliffhanger, so when the new season becomes available, they eagerly watch it because they crave the satisfaction of knowing how the story ends--how it continues. Now this hook is definitely not as long as a TV show but it still has the same effect. People will often succumb to a hook of this caliber because it is basic human nature to be curious. And to satisfy this curiosity-to quench this thirst-the reader will have a desire to read more.]]> 2019-02-22 18:51:01 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284377 Irony https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284958 When you start by telling a scene it draws in the reader and they become interested in what is going to happen next or later on in the essay. It is an easy way to connect with with the reader and get them interested. ]]> 2019-02-22 18:52:15 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334284958 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334289738 Starting with a contrast would be most effective because it may provoke controversy that will keep the reader hooked. =) ]]> 2019-02-22 19:01:22 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334289738 4804252684 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334311496 I enjoyed this hook the most out of all of the others for the main reason that the dramatic flare caught my attention and kept me enraptured.]]> 2019-02-22 19:42:45 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334311496 yes https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334311929 it get the reader thinking and wanting to read the book ]]> 2019-02-22 19:43:40 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334311929 4804252684 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334312942 I enjoyed this hook method the most because the dramatic flare caught my attention and kept me enraptured.]]> 2019-02-22 19:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334312942 start with a dramatic incident https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334312957 It gives a anxious feeling about the story and it attracts the reader's attention.]]> 2019-02-22 19:45:52 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334312957 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334313231 It tells the reader directly where the story is, and what is going on. This gets them straight into the action, and allows them to understand whats going on.

]]> 2019-02-22 19:46:23 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334313231 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334316496 It intrigues the reader and it makes them want to read more.]]> 2019-02-22 19:53:38 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334316496 I think this is that most effective one because it personally makes me the most intrigued. 4804281989 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334331074 2019-02-22 20:30:38 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334331074 This hook is the most effective in my opinion because it capture the reader's attention by using a dramatic story 4804103895 https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334331316 2019-02-22 20:31:29 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334331316 keelynnbarrier https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334331393 The dramatic incident hook was the best because the way it was written it gave it a mysterious vibe making readers want to know more. ]]> 2019-02-22 20:31:44 UTC https://padlet.com/peter_mattson/mfbwl0truw0j/wish/334331393