Opinion writing Review 8.10

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Punctuate correctly: Justin couldn’t decide if he wanted cereal, oatmeal, or a bagel for breakfast.

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Justin couldn’t decide if he wanted cereal, oatmeal, or a bagel for breakfast.

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Correctly punctuated sentence:

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Julie spent Saturday morning cleaning her room, playing with her little brother, and walking the dog.

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Correctly punctuated sentence: Luckily, we were able to spend a few hours swimming before the storm began.

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Introduction to an opinion piece on endangered species.

Back

Today, many animal species are disappearing.

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A student writes an opinion piece about dogs. Include a sentence that clearly states her opinion.

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Dogs make the best pets due to their loyalty, health benefits, and intelligence.

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A student persuades others to be active. Best support for exercise improving health?

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Cardiovascular activity, like swimming and running, strengthens the heart and lungs.

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A student persuades others to adopt pets from shelters. Best statement supporting that adopting saves lives?

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Adopting dogs makes more room at the shelter for other animals in need.

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Detail supporting "camping is less expensive":

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Cost per night to camp can be half that of a hotel.

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Replace 'In addition,' to connect ideas: Animals end up at shelters for various reasons. Owners may face financial hardship or illness, leading them to seek new homes for their pets. Potential adopters can find healthy, well-trained, socialized animals at shelters.

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As a result,

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Transition to connect ideas: Adopting saves lives, is cost-effective, and gives pets a second chance. What replaces 'To start'?

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Most importantly,