Understanding Leads in Writing
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Who is the author of 'The Phantom Tollbooth'?

  • James Howe
  • Madeline L'Engle
  • Lois Lowry
  • Norton Juster (correct)
  • Where is the protagonist moving to in the text above?

  • New Jersey (correct)
  • New York
  • Texas
  • California
  • What is the name of the book written by Rodman Philbrick?

  • The Misfits
  • Freak the Mighty (correct)
  • A Wrinkle In Time
  • The Giver
  • Who lent their brain to the protagonist in 'Freak the Mighty'?

    <p>Freak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'A Wrinkle In Time' was published by which publisher?

    <p>Bantom Doubleday Dell Books for Young Readers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The Misfits' was authored by whom?

    <p>James Howe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a lead in writing?

    <p>To engage the reader and provide important information concisely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the function of an engaging beginning according to the text?

    <p>It determines the content and direction of the piece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to have an engaging beginning in writing?

    <p>To capture the reader's interest and invite them into the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a lead differ from a conclusion in a piece of writing?

    <p>A lead provides important information, while a conclusion summarizes everything</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the importance of experimenting with different leads when writing?

    <p>It helps in choosing the best lead that engages readers effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of reading attentively how writers engage readers at the beginning of a story?

    <p>To learn techniques for engaging readers in one's own writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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