Read the following passage and then select the correct answer: According to some sources, more than 60 percent of Americans curr
ently own a dog. Dogs can be strong companions, but they also have needs that many people forget to address. Without proper hygiene, dogs can become matted and sick, just the same as any human being. Because of these reasons, it is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming. Which of the following sentences states the author's claim? According to some sources, more than 60 percent of Americans currently own a dog. Dogs can be strong companions, but they also have needs that many people forget to address. Without proper hygiene, dogs can become matted and sick, just the same as any human being. Because of these reasons, it is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming.
The answer is "Because of these reasons, it is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming." is the correct answer. Trust me its not "Without proper hygiene, dogs can become matted and sick, just the same as any human being. " That would be supporting evidence.
<u>It is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming.</u>
Explanation:
A claim is a statement about something that an author asserts to be true, and that is arguable. Due to its arguable nature, it is common that a claim is surrounded by information or evidence that supports the claim. In this case, the text's primary point and the author's claim is that it is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming. The rest of the text is made up of ideas that support why those regular habits should be developed.
I think slavery was bad and should have never happened. It doesn't affect them anymore but they still go through racism and are still trying to find social justice.
The practice of quarantine, as we know it, began during the 14th century in an effort to protect coastal cities from plague epidemics. Ships arriving in Venice from infected ports were required to sit at anchor for 40 days before landing.
