Question

Read the student's introduction below.


Sample Student Introduction

Severe weather forces families and schools to make quick choices.
But what helps most in those moments—steady emotions that guide good judgment, or practical steps like drills, checklists, and safer spaces away from glass?
And how much do these factors shape the outcomes people experience during an actual storm?
This essay argues that the safest outcomes happen when calm thinking works with a simple, practiced plan—neither piece is strong enough alone.
Our research group set out to examine this question from both sides, studying real situations and common routines, so we could see where emotions and logistics work together—and where they might conflict.
The findings will be shared with students and teachers who plan and practice storm procedures, so they can prepare with clearer routines—and fewer mistakes—the next time warnings sound.



Select the TWO sentences in the sample introduction that BEST meet the requirements for a strong introduction.



A.
Sentence 1

B.
Sentence 2

C.
Sentence 3

D.
Sentence 4

E.
Sentence 5

F.
Sentence 6

Answer 1

D and E

Sentence 4 gives a clear thesis ("This essay argues that..."), and Sentence 5 previews how the claim will be supported (describing the research approach and evidence).