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Writing an Argumentative Essay about Volunteering

Question 3 • Common Core ELA 8 - ELA3008 B-IC

Naomi is listing reasons to support her claim that a school rummage sale should be organized to raise money for people affected by recent flooding.Which reason would be best to include in her argumentative essay?

Answer
A
Students and staff will be generous because many have personal connections to the people affected by the flood.
B
A rummage sale is a fun activity for the school and its students.
C
Emergency supplies have already been gathered by local shelters and charities.
D
Many members of the community have too many belongings and should donate sale items.

Explanation

The essay supports organizing a rummage sale to raise money for people affected by flooding. A reason that directly supports this claim is that students and staff may be motivated to give because they have personal connections to those affected. Choice B focuses on having fun, not raising money for flood victims, while C and D do not explain as clearly why the sale would help.

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