Directions: Review the essay below. Use the following components of an argumentative essay to identify and label the different parts of the argumentative essay.

Question

Word Bank (Different Components)

Reason Thesis Statement (Claim & Reasons) Concluding Statement Transition Words Evidence Explanation

Essay Label
(1) Schools are considering banning school uniforms because they limit students' individuality and can be uncomfortable for students.
(2) One reason schools are considering banning school uniforms is (3)because take away students' ability to express themselves. (4)According to a survey by We Want Uniforms, 75% of students use clothing to show their personalities, cultural backgrounds, and interests. (5) The large number of students using uniforms as self-expression highlights how uniforms serve as a way for students to express their unique identities.
(2)In addition to uniforms limiting self-expression, schools are considering banning school uniforms (3) because many students find uniforms uncomfortable, especially when the materials are not breathable or appropriate for different weather.(4) A survey conducted by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) found that a significant number of students reported discomfort with their uniforms. (5) The high number of students reporting discomfort proves how uniforms can be uncomfortable for students.
(6) Due to school uniforms limiting students’ individuality and being uncomfortable for students, school uniforms should be banned.

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Answer 1

Here is the essay with the different parts of the argumentative essay labeled:

1. Thesis Statement (Claim & Reasons)
   "Schools are considering banning school uniforms because they limit students' individuality and can be uncomfortable for students."

2. Reason
   "One reason schools are considering banning school uniforms is because they take away students' ability to express themselves."

3. Evidence
   "According to a survey by We Want Uniforms, 75% of students use clothing to show their personalities, cultural backgrounds, and interests."

4. Explanation
   "The large number of students using uniforms as self-expression highlights how uniforms serve as a way for students to express their unique identities."

5. Reason
   "In addition to uniforms limiting self-expression, schools are considering banning school uniforms because many students find uniforms uncomfortable, especially when the materials are not breathable or appropriate for different weather."

6. Evidence
   "A survey conducted by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) found that a significant number of students reported discomfort with their uniforms."

7. Explanation
   "The high number of students reporting discomfort proves how uniforms can be uncomfortable for students."

8. Concluding Statement
   "Due to school uniforms limiting students’ individuality and being uncomfortable for students, school uniforms should be banned."

Note: The original numbering of the essay components should match the labeling in the response above where possible. Additional labeling was added for completeness to provide context and clarity for the essay components that were present.