Question

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. Baby Boomers, who were born in the '40s and '50s, are nearing or are in their elder years. C. Millennials, born in the twenty years leading to 2000, are now young adults. D. Now that they are in the majority, there are many areas where the Millennials may impact our society and priorities.

Answer 1

A.

The hook of a paragraph is used to introduce the topic and get the reader interested in continuing reading the rest of the paragraph. This paragraph is about the relationship between Millennials and Baby Boomers, and this sentence introduces both of those groups. It also provides an exciting opening because it builds a bit of suspense before revealing which group is taking over the majority of the population.