Take a look at the following graphic organizer.
A 3 column table with entries. Column 1 labeled Opening with entries Introduce the issue and state the claim, Explain the basis of your claim, Address a counterclaim. Column 2 labeled Body with entries Provide reason 1 with supporting evidence, Provide reason 2 with supporting evidence. Column 3 labeled Closing with entries Sum up your argument, Briefly address reasons and evidence.
According to the contents of this graphic organizer, which of these statements best belongs in a closing paragraph about school uniforms?
A) After reviewing all of the evidence, it becomes clearer than ever that school uniforms benefit the students in numerous ways.
B) Although many students may resist them, school uniforms definitely benefit students who wear them.
C) People against uniforms feel that students in uniform are unable to express themselves, but reports have proven that uniformed students find other ways of self-expression.
D) A study in Texas found that students who wear uniforms are better behaved and do better academically.
