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Characteristics and Structure of Argumentative Texts: Mastery Test
Arts Education
Select ALL the correct answers
which two strategies does the author use to support the argument?
O describing personal experience
While many people appreciate art, the sad reality is that arts
education is rapidly disappearing around the country with
limited budgets and increased pressure to perform well on
standardized tests
tests, many schools have decreased their funding
for arts education. To let this trend continue would be
unfortunate Arts education is important because it increases a
Student's enjoyment of school leads to success in other areas,
and provides essential skills for the future. Attending art class
may be the one thing a student looks forward to all day. For
many students who struggle in other areas, art class may be
their time to shine. Art class can increase self-esteem, which
enhances a student's overall well-being. It also offers everyone
a chance to express themselves and therefore improves
emotional health. Having art class can also help increase
attendance by increasing a student's interest in school as a
whole
Art classes promote important skills that transfer to a variety
of areas. Studies show that schools that emphasize arts
education also have high scores in other subjects. While some
may think arts education is only for students who want to
become artists, the reality is that it is important for all students
futures. In the new economy, critical thinking, creativity, and
Innovation are precisely the skills employees need to compete.
Art classes promote these skills through their emphasis on
communication interoretation, and collaboration,
citing research
responding to the counterargument
O listing statistics
including historical facts
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