Which of the Following Might Be an Effective Way to Open

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following might be an effective way to open an argument essay?

• A) a brief dramatic story
• B) a surprising statistic
• C) a personal confession
• D) all of the above

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Previous Knowledge

Information or understanding that an individual possesses before learning new material or engaging in new experiences.

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