For this essay writing assignment, your opening paragraph needs to include the following: an attention-getting opener and a thesis statement. A strong thesis establishes the central point or argument you intend to make. A statement such as "Hester Prynne is a main character of The Scarlet Letter" is not a valid thesis, because it is a statement of fact, and not something which can be argued. A stronger thesis would be one such as, "In spite of public ostracism, Hester Prynne's life demonstrates grace and courage in The Scarlet Letter."


Who is the intended audience for the above passage?

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A. High school teachers
B. Doctoral candidates
C. School administrators
D. High school students
E. Writing instructors