Question

You are writing a body paragraph of an argumentative essay about books. You are arguing that kids should not pick their own books during class.

Which supporting detail would be best to add to the paragraph?


Students should not be allowed to pick their own books to read during class because teachers know more. If a teacher has not read your book, it can be hard for them to answer questions about it. Also, teachers can pick books that the whole class reads together. It is better for teachers to pick students’ books because they know more.

Students who choose their own books can learn to make decisions.

Teachers should choose books for students because teachers can pick them faster.

Teachers can choose books about what the students are learning in class.

Some students might not like the book their teacher chooses for them.

Answer 1

"Teachers can choose books about what the students are learning in class."

This best supports the paragraph because it shows teachers use their knowledge to pick texts that reinforce class lessons and help students meet learning goals.