For each sentence, put a check (c) if it is correct, or an (x) if it is a run-on or a comma splice. 1.we love the fall, we’re big football fans. x c 2. this popcorn tastes great, did you add extra butter? c x 3. i have extra money; therefore, i can buy some gum. c x 4. we left the theater when the movie was over. x c 5. you have a beautiful voice, you should sing in the talent show! c x 6. i baked some cookies and put them into a box. x c 7. santiago was first in line he got a good seat. c x 8. alyssa sprained her ankle, she can’t run in the race. x c 9. having a dog would be great, but we don’t have enough time to take care of one. x c 10. we went to the beach today, it was so hot! x c

I think it is X C C X C C X X C X

pre-writing

why we feel good, or better, when we laugh?

is there a scientific explanation for this to happen?

which are the sources?

rough draft

laughter has a way of instantly connecting people and is one of the most basic and fundamental ways in which we communicate as human beings.

newport academy: endorphins reduce stress and strength social connections.

they combat anxiety and depression.

final draft

we know that when we laugh we feel better; when something is making us laugh it means we thought it was funny at some point, even if it was not meant that way. what we know is that it made us feel good. that is something we all can realize easily, but is it a chemical explanation for it to happen? of course there

according to joe bluett, laughter has a way of instantly connecting people and is one of the most basic and fundamental ways in which we communicate as human beings. also, he says that laughter can increase confidence, self-esteem, creativity, positivity and resilience, bringing positive changes to all aspects of our lives.

the newport academy says that, when we laugh, we release endorphins and that makes our body feel instantly relieved from tension and worry. endorphins also reduce stress and strength social connections.

therefor, laughter is the best to combat anxiety and depression.