CHAPTER 1 Writing Descriptions 1
Writing Assignment 1:The Steps in Writing an AcademicParagraph 11
Additional Topics for More Practice and Assessment 24
Additional Writing Assignments 24
Self-Assessment 25
CHAPTER 2 Organizing Information 26
Writing Assignment 1:Describe the Personality of a Friend or Family Member 30
Writing Assignment 2:Do People Think That Birth Order Affects Adult Personality 38
Additional Topics for More Practice and Assessment 57
Additional Writing Assignments 57
Self-Assessment 58
CHAPTER 3 Reporting Information 60
Writing Assignment 1:Describe Your Chosen Major/Profession 61
Writing Assignment 2:Explain How an Occupation Fits or Does Not Fit a Person's Personality 72
Additional Topics for More Practice and Assessment 89
Additional Writing Assignments 89
Self-Assessment 90
CHAPTER 4 Expressing Opinions 91
Writing Assignment 1:What is Your Opinion on Smoking 93
Writing Assignment 2:Relate a Personal Experience That Influenced Your Opinion 101
Writing Assignment 3:Write a Persuasive Paragraph 109
Additional Topics for More Practice and Assessment 116
Additional Writing Assignments 116
Self-Assessment 117
CHAPTER 5 Applying Your Writing Skills 119
Writing Assignment 1:Describe a Problem 125
Writing Assignment 2:Seek Help From Other Students 135
Writing Assignment 3:Solicit Help From an Administrator 139
Additional Topics For More Practice and Assessment 144
Additional Writing Assignments 144
Self-Assessment 144