Getting sick is no fun. There are many ways that diseases spread, but fortunately there are also specific things one can do to avoid them. How do you prevent yourself from getting sick? In a well-developed essay, describe strategies that people can use to avoid spreading diseases or getting sick. Include details and examples to support your explanation.

As you write, remember your essay will be scored based on how well you:

develop a multi-paragraph response to the assigned topic that clearly communicates your controlling idea to the audience.
support your controlling idea with meaningful examples, reasons, and information based upon your research or readings.
organize your essay in a clear and logical manner, including an introduction, body, and conclusion.
use well-structured sentences and language that are appropriate for your audience.
edit your work to conform to the conventions of standard American English.