Question

Use the essay prompt description to answer the question.

Essay Prompt: Write an essay about the importance of registering to vote on or shortly after turning 18.
Which action would best help the writer choose which arguments to use?

(1 point)
Responses

conducting a survey to see how students feel about registering to vote
conducting a survey to see how students feel about registering to vote

inviting teachers to share ideas that might motivate young people to register to vote
inviting teachers to share ideas that might motivate young people to register to vote

asking adults why they believe young people do not always register to vote
asking adults why they believe young people do not always register to vote

making a list of excuses young people might make to avoid registering to vote

Answer 1

making a list of excuses young people might make to avoid registering to vote

Reason: That identifies likely objections and lets the writer choose arguments that directly refute or address those concerns, making the essay more persuasive.