You have read several texts related to octopuses and cuttlefish. Now, suppose that you work at a small aquarium. You have received the following memo:

Think about your opinion. Should the aquarium add an octopus and

cuttlefish exhibit?

I think

Plan your letter. Choose evidence from the texts to support your

opinion.

Write your letter. Be sure to use proper letter format, paragraphs,

and correct spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.

Culminating Activity: Argumentation Writing Prompt

To: Aquarium Staff

We are planning to expand our aquarium in the next year. It has been proposed that we add an octopus and cuttlefish exhibit. We would like to know your opinions on this topic. Please submit a letter to the Board of Directors to explain whether you would or would not support an octopus exhibit.

M. WintersAquarium Director

Dear ,

I was asked to provide my opinion about

.

After reviewing several articles on the topic, I have decided

.

One reason for this is that

. For example,

. In addition,

.

Another reason is

Argumentation Writing PromptFrame

. I have learned that

. Also,

.

In closing, I believe that

. I hope

that

.

Sincerely,