1. In a short expository paragraph (4-8 sentences), introduce and discuss three questionable persuasive tactics that authors use in making arguments. If you need to review the information on persuasive tactics, see the lesson “Analyzing an Author's Credentials/Argument.” Make sure that your paragraph has a clear topic sentence and a concluding sentence. Use correct grammar and punctuation.

2. Write a short narrative paragraph about the day your mother made your bed with you still in it. Remember that you are telling a story. Use correct grammar and punctuation.

3. Write a short paragraph in which you describe what your room looked like after it mysteriously cleaned itself up. Pay attention to using words that help the reader "see" the room. Unify the description around a single theme or impression you wish to create for the reader. Use correct grammar and punctuation.

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Read this passage: many manufacturers prefer plastic as a material for containers because it can be molded into many shapes. but plastic is not very strong. it must be fused with glass or steel for strength. it is also not very durable. even the strongest plastic can break under enough pressure. the biggest disadvantage to using plastic is that it does not decompose. while plastic can be recycled, doing so is tedious and difficult. while it may be more expensive and difficult to work with, aluminum is a much stronger building material with far greater tensile strength. it conducts electricity because it is metal. best of all, aluminum is very easy to recycle. even if it is thrown away, it decomposes much more quickly than most manufacturing materials. how does the compare-and-contrast organizational pattern of the passage support the author's purpose? a. the passage gradually leads up to the point about decomposition to inform the reader about the importance of recycling plastics. b. the passage lists the advantages and disadvantages of each material to make a case for the use of plastic and not aluminum in containers. c. the passage begins with a description of plastic's problems in order to call attention to the good qualities of aluminum. d. the passage shows the superiority of aluminum in order to make a case for the production of stronger plastics.