Question

You are considering writing about the following topics and issues: 1) school uniforms, 2) length of school days, 3) random backpack searches, 4) cutting extracurricular activities, and 5) online schooling. Which guideline should you follow to help you choose an appropriate topic? A. The topic should be interesting, have several angles of approach, and be specific. B. The topic you choose should require only one excellent resource. C. The topic can only come from an idea in your writer's journal. D. The topic should be given to you by your teacher.

Answer 1

A is the correct answer. This applies to most, if not every, essay.
B implies you should only use one source, something that would, more often than not, hurt your case no matter the subject.
C This answer assumes what you have written in your journal. You are not a valid source, nor do you have every piece of information on hand.
D While teachers can help you pick your topic, it is best to use your own ideas and creativity when writing.

Answer 2

The topic should be interesting, have several angles of approach, and be specific.