Question 27 of 40 • CA-Common Core English Language Arts 11 B
Consider this prompt for an oral presentation.Take a stand! Decide your opinion on the proposed meal tax in our county, then present an argument for or against it.Which thesis statement best addresses this assignment?
Answer
A
Our county is one of five counties in the state deciding whether or not to levy a meal tax on its citizens.
B
A meal tax allows the collection of revenue from tourists and nonresidents, reducing the burden on local citizens.
C
A meal tax is intended to collect an extra tax on meals served in restaurants or purchased “to go.”
D
The county Board of Supervisors will vote on the meal tax after election day so they can represent the citizens’ opinions.