Question 7 • *CR Expository Reading and Writing S1 [E4250OX]
Nestor wrote an argument in favor of going white-water rafting for the yearly class trip. He then learned that the price of white-water rafting is too high for his class’s budget. How should Nestor adjust his argument based on this new information while still keeping his claim the same?
Answer
A
He should state that white water rafting is a wonderful experience that is worth the extra money.
B
He should suggest not having a trip this year and saving the money for a white water rafting trip next year.
C
He should reveal the cost of the white water rafting trip after he has already presented his supporting argument.
D
He should show evidence that the students could raise the additional money by having a bake sale.
Explanation
Nestor needs to keep his claim—that the class should go white-water rafting—but address the new concern that the trip costs more than the budget allows. Evidence that students could raise the extra money through a bake sale offers a practical way to cover the shortfall. Saying the trip is worth the money does not solve the budget problem, and delaying or hiding the cost does not support the original claim effectively.
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