Use the introductions to two argumentative texts to answer the question.

Question

Which line is a hook that grabs the reader’s attention?

(1 point)
Responses

Language, he concluded, is a human skill.
Language, he concluded, is a human skill.

Linguists and other experts on language and cognitive development have long argued about whether animals can use language.
Linguists and other experts on language and cognitive development have long argued about whether animals can use language.

In 1973, a baby chimpanzee named Nim, wrapped in a blanket and wearing a tiny diaper, was carried off a plane and introduced to his new human family.
In 1973, a baby chimpanzee named Nim, wrapped in a blanket and wearing a tiny diaper, was carried off a plane and introduced to his new human family.

In short, people, and only people, can acquire language.

Answer 1

The line that is a hook that grabs the reader’s attention is:

In 1973, a baby chimpanzee named Nim, wrapped in a blanket and wearing a tiny diaper, was carried off a plane and introduced to his new human family.

This sentence paints a vivid image and introduces an interesting scenario, making the reader curious about Nim's story and its relevance to the topic.