We're on the Same Team

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What is the main claim made by Jacki Jing regarding volleyball?

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Jacki Jing claims that volleyball, like basketball, requires talent and athletic ability.

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What is the purpose of the first two paragraphs in Jacki Jing's letter?

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The purpose is to provide background information and her reason for writing the letter.

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What life lessons does Jacki Jing mention in her letter?

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Jacki Jing elaborates on the life lessons learned from playing volleyball.

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How can Jacki Jing improve her conclusion in paragraph 10?

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She can improve it by restating her claim and reasons.

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What evidence does Jacki Jing provide to support her claim that volleyball requires hard work?

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She gives examples of the skills she had to learn to become an elite volleyball player.

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What is an anecdote?

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An anecdote is a short, personal story used to illustrate a point.

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What does 'counterclaim' mean in the context of an argument?

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A counterclaim is an argument made to oppose another claim.

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Why is it important to provide background information in a letter?

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Background information helps readers understand the context and purpose of the writing.

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What does it mean to 'support a claim'?

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To support a claim means to provide evidence or reasons that back up the assertion.

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What is the significance of a 'call to action' in writing?

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A call to action encourages readers to take a specific action or change their behavior.