Question

Read this prompt.

Create a multimedia presentation about clothing and waste. Use research and evidence to support your opinion. Use persuasive techniques and a variety of visual aids in your presentation.

What is an effective claim for this prompt?

People prefer to buy new clothing rather than repurpose old clothing.
Purchasing used clothing is an effective way to conserve resources.
Upcycling, or remaking old clothing so that it is new again, takes a great deal of creativity and talent.
Much of the clothing people give away never makes it to another person and ends up in a landfill or an incinerator.

Answer 1

Best choice: "Purchasing used clothing is an effective way to conserve resources."

Why:
- It’s a clear, arguable claim that directly addresses clothing and waste and invites research-based support (e.g., water, energy, carbon savings; reduced landfill volume).
- It’s persuasive and action-oriented (encourages behavior change).
- It can be supported with statistics, studies, and concrete examples, and paired with visual aids (charts comparing impacts of new vs. used clothing, photos of thrift/repair practices).

Tip: tighten the wording for even more power, for example: "Regularly buying used clothing significantly reduces the environmental impact of our wardrobes." Use claim-support-counterargument structure—use the fact in option 4 as supporting evidence (show how donated clothing still becomes waste) and address likely counterarguments (style, quality, availability).