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For this assignment, you will be writing a letter compelling a friend or family member to change either a behavior or a belief with which you disagree. Choose your own topic, but for example, this letter could petition an enthusiastic neighbor to scale down his blinding Christmas decorations, an immature cousin to take a gap year between high school and college, a grandparent to vote to pass the new school district budget, a friend to stop drinking, or a spouse to reconcile with an estranged sibling. Because the letter will be written to an individual of your choosing, you must tailor your language and logic to the person to whom you are writing.Last Name 1
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Instructions: Applying feedback to a peer’s essay allows you to engage in a conversation
with that writer about a shared piece of work. Responding to the work of another will help
you to grow as a writer and as an evaluator of your own work; however, the peer review
process is completely optional. As you review the work of a fellow classmate, keep the
following questions in mind:
Focus: Where does the writer exhibit strength or great focus?
Growth: Where can the writer grow and improve their draft?
Progress: What specific suggestions for improvement can you make?
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English Composition 1
Persuasive Letter
16 January 2021
Quaint is Queen
Dear Bridgette,
I think in many ways, the majority of the human population is addicted to the stress and
chaos that has become our normal. The perpetual struggle to keep our heads above water
financially, while maintaining happiness and safety within our families, wears on us more than
we realize, and so many people are simply skating through life solely attempting to keep the
order. What if there were a far more simplistic way of living that could resolve half of our daily
stress? It would be silly to pass up such an opportunity, wouldn’t you agree? Although this may
not be a popular idea, Northern Maine is the best place in the United States to live and raise a
family because of the safety and relaxed laws and regulations.
Just picture this- you are observing your children from an oversized bay window as they
play gleefully outside and stomp around in the freshly fallen snow on a bright Saturday afternoon
while you glide back and forth in your rocking chair beside your cozy wood stove. Their joyful
giggles warm you just as much as the homey smell of the fresh wood burning right beside you.
You have lost sight of them for a short minute, but you do not think twice about this, because
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you know that they are safe. A moment later, they come bounding inside where you have their
cups of fresh hot chocolate waiting for them in the kitchen, still giggling without a care in the
world. Everything you had always dreamed of for your family has finally come true, and there is
no greater feeling than this.
Safety is the number one priority when raising a family, and living in Northern Maine is
the best way to achieve it. The crime rate is significantly lower in Maine than in most other
states, bringing comfort to families who believe that children should be encouraged to explore
the outdoors without fear of lurking bullies, kidnappers, and pedophiles. Many residents live by
old fashioned Christian values, and it is even exemplified through the public-school systems
where they still believe in saying the Pledge of Allegiance before beginning each school day. So
many spend good money to send their children to a private school to allow them to experience
the form of education that comes standard in public schools in places such as Northern Maine.
Also, Northern Maine is unique because it is one of the few places where if you break down on
the side of the road, you can always count on somebody to pull over to ask if you need help.
Needless to say, Northern Maine is breathtaking. Its wildlife ranges from moose, bear, and deerto the more common fox, coyote, and beaver. There is nothing more spectacular than looking out
of your second-story window and spotting a moose in your driveway, his height nearly reaching
your height. You can also find gorgeous bodies of water in nearly every county, whether it’s the
crashing ocean, a calming lake, or a rolling river. Northern Maine also has some of the most
vibrant foliage during the fall that many observers drive hours just to have the opportunity to
enjoy. Not only is the natural beauty of Northern Maine stunning, but it also offers plenty of
activities for the whole family to enjoy. Many towns hold sledding parties at dusk that include
music, campfires, and s’mores designed to please the entire family. They are also known for
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agricultural fairs, canoe races, ATV derbies, snowmobiling, skiing, ziplining, hunting, hiking,
camping, pig roasts, and so much more. It is genuinely centered around bringing families and
friends together to enjoy good old-fashioned fun.
Furthermore, another reason why you should live in Northern Maine is because of how
lax the laws and regulations seem to be. The vast majority of residents own a handgun or hunting
rifle of some sort, and this is socially acceptable. Most of the men have a rifle mounted on a
stand in the back window of their pickup truck, and nobody bats an eye or finds this concerning.
In Northern Maine, you only need to be 18 years old with identification and a cleared
background check to purchase a gun. You might be thinking “Well that doesn’t sound safe”,
when in fact, gun violence is quite rare in that area. Hunting is such a significant sport that even
children as young as 10 years old can participate with a parent. One of the most genuine things
that you might come across while living in Northern Maine is the abundance of fresh produce
and egg stands. So many are content to live off the land, and they are happy to display the fruits
of their labor (pun intended) in a handmade shack right in front of their farmhouse. Most have so
much faith in the honesty of their neighbors that they leave a money box on its counter, where
customers are free to take their own change. Another surprising reason why you should live in
Northern Maine is how shockingly cheap the real estate is. It is possible to buy a small house for
the same price as the average American’s vehicle. Lastly, if by a rare chance you find yourself
on the FBI’s Most Wanted list, the Canadian border is only a short ride away. You do not need a
passport to drive into Canada, making a swift getaway efficient and discrete. Though not
recommended, it is yet another reason why you should live in Northern Maine.
In conclusion, Northern Maine is a hidden gem that is underestimated and
underappreciated, and you may never understand the full extent of what it has to offer unless you
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experience it yourself. Many people like you have gotten comfortable living in a far more
hazardous environment with very little privacy, but I truly hope that after today you can begin to
understand why it is better to live in a much more peaceful environment. Its nature is beautiful,
the people are kinder, the wildlife is pure, and it is surely the safest place to live when raising a
family. I hope after today you will share the same opinion.
Sincerely,
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Instructions: Applying feedback to a peer’s essay allows you to engage in a conversation
with that writer about a shared piece of work. Responding to the work of another will help
you to grow as a writer and as an evaluator of your own work; however, the peer review
process is completely optional. As you review the work of a fellow classmate, keep the
following questions in mind:
Focus: Where does the writer exhibit strength or great focus?
Growth: Where can the writer grow and improve their draft?
Progress: What specific suggestions for improvement can you make?
First Name Last Name
English Composition I
Persuasive Letter
18 April 2021
Pay The Athletes
Dear John,
In 2019 the NCAA March Madness tournaments revenue was over 900 million dollars.
Each of the 32 division one conferences that received a guaranteed spot in the tournament
received over 53 million dollars to evenly split with the teams within the conference. For every
win that year, a school got an additional $282,100. That year the Virginia Cavaliers were able to
win the tournament and brought in $1,410,500. Their head coach, Tony Bennet made 4.15
million dollars annually, while his players did not make a dime. For years the NCAA has made
billions off these student-athletes while they have received nothing. There is no longer an excuse
for why these young men and women are not receiving compensation for the amount of money
they bring in for their schools.
Everything first started in 2008, former UCLA basketball star Ed O’Bannon was playing
the popular NCAA Basketball game with one of his friends. While playing, he quickly realized
there was a player on the team that perfectly resembled his height, race, jersey number, and even
his bald head. Not once had Ed given consent for his likeliness to be used in the game nor was he
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compensated for it. In July of 2009, O’Bannon filed his lawsuit on the NCAA claiming he was
deprived of his right of publicity as well as violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act. The trial
lasted several years which hurt the NCAA significantly. O’Bannon found many examples of the
NCAA profiting off the backs of their student-athletes; in 2013 on the Stanford Cardinals
website they were selling action shots of then starting quarterback Kevin Hogan for $120. This
was another example of the NCAA taking advantage of their players’ names and images. This
was O’Bannon’s entire point of his lawsuit: if the athletes were to win the case they should be
able to come to terms on a deal with how much money they should get from the sale price.
As years have gone by and people have grown smarter some student-athletes found other
ways to make some extra cash. With social media becoming a staple in today’s society, studentathletes have been able to grow their brand outside of their sports. Apps like TikTok, Instagram,
and Youtube allowing them to show the world who they are, hobbies, and a perspective from
their lives that many have never seen. Likes, subscribers, and followers can go a long way. Some
have even been able to find new careers from social media. Many students found themselves
branching out to these different platforms showing us into their day. Most recently volleyball
player Chloe Mitchell used her success on these apps and has gained many sponsorships for
herself. What turned from a simple renovation of a shed in her backyard has helped her gain
money for her studies. With her first sponsorship bringing in over $3000, she used that money to
help pay for school resources. As the summer was ending and she realized her eligibility in the
coming fall could be at risk Chloe with her father’s help founded a company that would help
students-athletes all over the country connect with sponsors. While athletes do receive partial
athletic and academic scholarships they do not get money for books, computers, calculators,
food, to name a few. Social Media has become an asset in today’s society, opening doors that
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were previously locked. Many have realized if the NCAA won’t compensate them: then why not
profit off themselves.
There is no longer an excuse for why these young men and women are not receiving
compensation for the amount of money they bring in for their schools. As time goes by the
revenue the NCAA makes will continue progressing. With tv deals, commercials, and marketing
rights money will always be coming in. Allowing those who give their lives to their respective
colleges from basketball all the way down to the chess teams to profit off of their success and
accolades should not be prohibited. For the majority of the student-athletes this is the last time
they will compete in their sports, so what better time to use their skills, stage, and popularity and
bank off themselves than while they can.
Warm regards,
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