You are writing a letter to the editor of the local newspaper opposing the city council's decision to close the city park during the winter months.
Dear editor:
I am writing to ask that the council reconsider closing the city park for the winter. I realize the pool must be closed, but please leave the walking track and the picnic and playground areas open.
For one thing, many people use the walking track daily for exercise. Others use the picnic areas to celebrate family events. In addition, children use the playground equipment in all seasons. Keeping these areas of the park open will benefit many members if our community.
Which sentence could be used to connect the two paragraphs?
A.
A new park would help our community greatly; a new movie theater would be welcomed, as well.
B.
I go to the park about once a week.
C.
The city park was built in 1990 with funds raised by the garden club.
D.
There are several benefits to keeping these areas open throughout the winter months.
1 answer
The best option to connect the two paragraphs is:
D. There are several benefits to keeping these areas open throughout the winter months.
This sentence effectively links the need for the city council to reconsider their decision with the benefits of keeping the park facilities open, leading into your argument.
