Write an introductory paragraph using the following thesis statement. Remember to open with a general statement and work your way back to the thesis. Thesis statement (topic sentence): " is one of the best books I have ever read."
(Remember: This statement is the last sentence of your introduction.)

Which character in this excerpt is in conflict with society, and why? joe summers is in conflict with society because he is joking with the villagers. old man warner is in conflict with society because he believes that young folks have crazy ideas. mrs. adams is in conflict with society because she says some villages have stopped holding lotteries. mr. adams is in conflict with society because he is standing with the villager who represents society's old ways.

What can the reader infer about the fears and values of the ancient greeks based on this description of the cyclops’s island?

How did rick respond to this conflict