What we were once taught as common courtesies, saying “” and “ you,” are becoming less common. a. thus b. before c. first d. such as

“skateboarding is a sport combining grace, courage and skill, and here we see it being born.” based on this passage, what inference can you make about the author’s opinion of skateboarding? a. the author does not think skateboarding is a ‘real’ sport. c. the author feels skateboarding should be illegal. b. the author feels skateboarding is only appealing to very young children. d. the author respects and appreciates skateboarding as a sport.

What is the best way to improve the conclusion? add a sentence to the ending that summarizes the writer’s topic. add a sentence to the middle that reflects on the writer’s experiences. revise the final sentence to have a different tone. revise the first sentence to state a future goal.

What element does susan b. anthony include in this passage to strengthen her argument?