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Quick questions on Writing a controlling idea - STAAR English I essay
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What is a controlling idea with no preview?Show answer
"Schools should require uniforms" is a position but forecasts nothing. Add the because-clause that previews your paragraphs.
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What is the "disagreement test" for an argumentative controlling idea? [Recall]
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Improve this controlling idea: "The school should start a recycling program, and there are points on both sides." [Short explanation]
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