The kind hand of winter had erased every trace of the landscape that Joe knew so well and disliked so deeply, removing all evidence of its barren and unpleasant scenery, softening the sharp edges of fences and rooftops. Through the thoughtful intervention of winter, his world had
been transformed. Suddenly, he felt less of an outsider. Welcomed by the cordial embrace of brilliant white snowdrifts, winter adorned the sparse
trees, houses, and roadways with her familiar clothing.

An effective thesis statement will reflect . . 1) possible weaknesses in your own argument. 2) possible weaknesses in your opponent's argument. 3) the type of document--or genre--you plan to write. 4) your attitudes about aquatic mammals

Before ending this lesson, take a moment to review an informative research essay you have written. you’ve probably already written a conclusion to the essay. but is it the best conclusion it can be? does it properly summarize the main subtopics of your essay? does it state in one or two sentences the “so what” of your topic. if your topic was abraham lincoln, your essay shouldn’t be just about abraham lincoln. it should answer, “so what about abraham lincoln? ” take five or ten minutes, and looking only at that single paragraph, revise your conclusion

Tap out the stresses as you read line 9. which analysis best describes the rhythm and its effect on meaning