Writing an Argumentative Essay about Fire Prevention — Quiz
Question 10 • 191 CR ELA 9
Read the paragraph. Music is an important element of a student’s education. One study says that schools with music programs had graduation rates of about ninety-three percent. In schools without music programs, the graduation rate dropped to around seventy-two percent. Which sentence most effectively completes the paragraph?
Answer
A
Some statistics note that music students score better on English and math standardized tests.
B
A study from Columbia University says that music students have more self-confidence.
C
This is just one example of the benefits schools get from offering music classes to their students.
D
Schools should also think about adding other types of arts education, such as theater arts programs.
Explanation
The paragraph gives one statistic showing a benefit of school music programs: schools with programs have higher graduation rates. Choice C connects that example to the broader idea that music classes benefit schools. Choices A and B introduce new specific claims, while D shifts the focus to theater programs.
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