Question

August 1, 2009 Dear Ms. Kent: Two weeks ago a strong thunderstorm damaged the football field at Johnston Middle School. This weekend students from the school and some people from the community are going to clean the field. I am writing to ask you to participate in our cleanup effort. You have long been a supporter of the athletic programs at our school, so you realize the importance of athletics. Sincerely, Daniel Miller Read this draft of Daniel's letter. Which of these sentences is the BEST conclusion for this letter? A) Community members should be helping the school more often. B) I know you have a busy schedule, but maybe you could fit in our event. C) You should help us clean because our school has done a lot for the community. D) I hope you consider taking part in this event as it is positive for the school.

Answer 1

Answer:

Option D.  The best conclusion for the letter written by Daniel Miller is the following: "I hope you consider taking part in this event as it is positive for the school."

Explanation:

In his letter to Ms. Kent, Daniel Miller explains that after a strong thunderstorm damaged the football field of the Middle School, the students along with people form the community organized an even to clean the field, and he hopes that Ms. Kent would join them, as he knows that she has been a longtime supporter of the athletic programs at the school. Therefore he is implying that Ms. Kent will consider taking part in the even as it is a positive thing happening for the school, more specifically for sports activities.

Answer 2

I would say D) I hope you consider taking part in this event as it is positive for the school.