Read the excerpt from Cory’s letter to his principal about selling healthy food in the school cafeteria.Fruit is a nutritious and energizing snack, and it’s also yummy.Which is the best revision of the underlined portion of the sentence?
Read the excerpt from Erika’s letter to her mayor, arguing that the city should improve its recycling program.Imposing stricter recycling regulations would greatly benefit our city in many ways.Which is the best revision of the underlined portion of the sentence?
What is the main goal of a thesis statement?
Emma is writing a letter to her mayor, arguing that the speed limit should be lowered on her street. Which best describes the tone in which Emma should write her letter?
Read the introduction and first paragraph to the essay about seat belt use.(1) Currently, different states have different laws regarding seat belt usage. (2) For instance, in some states, only people in the front seat of a vehicle are required to wear a seat belt. (3) All states should pass equally strict laws that make wearing seat belts mandatory for all passengers and drivers.(4) Statistics show that seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by fifty percent. (5) As a result of stronger regulations in various states, seat belt usage in the United States has dramatically increased in the past thirty years. (6) Some people believe that the government does not have the right to force people to be safe, and that these laws are unfair. (7) The bottom line is that seat belts are proven to save lives; therefore, everyone should be forced to wear one if they want to travel by car or truck. Which sentence provides a reason for the author’s claim?
Read the excerpt from Tommy’s speech to his school administration about why physical education should be mandatory for each student.It is good for students to learn about health and be active throughout the school day. Which is the best revision of the underlined portion of the sentence?
Read the excerpt from Jackson’s letter to his principal about starting a new club at his school.(1) I have talked to twelve of my fellow students who are also interested in forming a photography club. (2) Also, Ms. Gonzales told me that she might want to help out. Which is the best revision of sentence 2?
Read the excerpt from Sophia’s letter to the manager of an automotive shop. I bring my car to your shop often. This time, however, I am not happy with the service I got.Which is the best revision of the underlined portion of the sentence?
Which best describes the counterargument of an essay?
A strong and effective thesis statement should include
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