Hook
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Should schools require uniforms?
Example: How would you feel if you couldn't express yourself through what you choose to wear?
Give 1 sentence of background information for this hook:
_____ are the best pet to have.
Example: Studies show that cats can feel love and make the perfect pet.
Write a thesis statement for this topic:
Why is education important for your future?
Example: Education is important for your future because it gives you the knowledge, skills, and experience to succeed in life.
What is a transition word that you would use to add something to your essay?
Example: In addition, Also, Besides, Furthermore, Moreover
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89% of people choose pepperoni over cheese on their pizza.
Pepperoni pizza is the best kind of pizza.
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What makes a good friend?
Example: "A good friend is someone who walks in when the rest of the world walks out" -Water Winchell
Give 1 sentence of background information for this hook:
The best season of the year is _____.
Example: Fall is the time of year when pumpkin spice lattes are back in season and Spirit Halloween is re-opened.
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Why is it important to face your fears?
Example: It is important to face your fears because it will give you a sense of pride, you will get new experiences, and you will feel a sense of accomplishment.
What is a transition word that you would use to contrast between two things?
Example: However, Although, Nevertheless
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1 in 4 people own a pet.
Why people should own pets
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Is it better to read a book or watch the movie version?
Example: Reading books will always be more entertaining than watching the movie version.
Give 1 sentence of background information for this hook:
_____ is the best TV show.
Example: The Vampire Diaries has action, comedy, romance, and drama each episode.
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Do you think social media is positive or negative space for middle schoolers?
Example: Social media is a positive space for middle schoolers because they can learn new information, express themselves, and connect with their friends.
What is a transition word that shows cause and effect?
Example: As a result, therefore, thus, hence
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Have you ever wondered what is actually in the sandwich meat you buy at the grocery store?
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If you could travel anywhere, where would you go and why?
Example: Only 47% of people will travel in their lifetime.
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It is important not to litter.
Example: Our oceans are filled with thousands of pounds of trash, which makes it a dangerous place for wildlife to live.
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Why do you think respect is important in relationships with family, friends, and others?
Example: Respect is important in relationships because it creates trust, positive relationships, and brings you closer to that person.
What is a transition word that shows emphasis?
Example: Indeed, in fact, especially, certainly, undoubtedly
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Your body is made up of 80% water.
Drinking water is important for your body to function properly.
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What invention has had the biggest impact on the world?
Example: Imagine life without electricity—how different would our world look today without this groundbreaking invention?
Give 1 sentence of background information for this hook:
1 in 4 teenagers will experience cyberbullying before they graduate high school.
Example: Cyberbullying is when you are harassed or bullied online.
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Why is it important to be kind?
Example: It is important to be kind because it can boost your emotional well-being, create trust, and spread positivity to others.
Write 1-2 sentences using a transition word.
Example: She is very talented. In fact, she won first place.
Guess the topic from the hook:
"Believing that you're enough is what gives you the courage to be authentic" - Brene Brown
Self-respect; Self-confidence