15. Which sentence is the hook in this introductory paragraph?

For the first time in decades, Baby Boomers have been outnumbered by another group-the Millennials. Baby Boomers, who were born in the '40s and '50s, are nearing or are in their elder years. Millennials, born in the twenty years leading to 2000, are now young adults. Now that they are in the majority, there are many areas where the Millennials may impact our society and priorities.

A. For the first time in decades, Baby Boomers have been outnumbered by another group-the Millennials.

B. Now that they are in the majority, there are many areas where the Millennials may impact our society and priorities.

C. Millennials, born in the twenty years leading to 2000, are now young adults.

D. Baby Boomers, who were born in the '40s and '50s, are nearing or are in their elder years.

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17 December, 19:54

15. Which sentence is the hook in this introductory paragraph?

For the first time in decades, Baby Boomers have been outnumbered by another group-the Millennials. Baby Boomers, who were born in the '40s and '50s, are nearing or are in their elder years. Millennials, born in the twenty years leading to 2000, are now young adults. Now that they are in the majority, there are many areas where the Millennials may impact our society and priorities.

A. For the first time in decades, Baby Boomers have been outnumbered by another group-the Millennials.

B. Now that they are in the majority, there are many areas where the Millennials may impact our society and priorities.

C. Millennials, born in the twenty years leading to 2000, are now young adults.

D. Baby Boomers, who were born in the '40s and '50s, are nearing or are in their elder years.

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Natalie Carrillo · Answer 1

The answer is A. Always remember that the hook will be in the first 2 sentences and have something to grab the attention of the reader. In this case it was a passive accusation towards millennials.