In a group discussion, a participant says, “I hate walking. Why walk when you can just get a ride?” Write three to four sentences in which you share your own viewpoint. Be sure to provide evidence and refer to the passage you just read.

Answer:

I understand that getting a ride can be faster, but I think walking is worthwhile because it helps people enjoy nature and clear their minds. Thoreau says that people should view themselves as “a part and parcel of Nature,” and walking makes that connection possible. He also describes walking as an art, suggesting that it is more than just a way to get somewhere. When I walk, I notice places and details that I would miss in a car.