- Write an analytical essay on one of these subjects (You can choose to be for or against the statement):

• Are cell phones dangerous?
• Do cell phones create a barrier to social connections?
• Does a public school's enforcement of school uniforms limit freedom of expression?
• Are students being tested too much?
• Can school violence be controlled with law enforcement cameras?
• Does class size affect learning outcomes?

- Write a 5 paragraph essay that answers one of those questions

• 1st paragraph: introduction with clear three-point thesis statement placed as the last sentence, for example: Cell phones are dangerous because they distract drivers, create barriers to social connections, and lead to health problems.
• 2nd supporting paragraph starting with clear topic sentence: Cell phones are dangerous because they distract drivers.
• 3rd supporting paragraph starting with clear topic sentence: Cell phones are dangerous because they create barriers to social connections.
• 4th supporting paragraph starting with clear topic sentence: Cell phones are dangerous because they lead to health problems.
• 5th concluding paragraph: closing the essay