Choose one of the following topics on which to write a clear, specific, well-constructed paragraph. Be sure to have a strong topic sentence and adequate development, with examples or full explanation. Prepare at least one preliminary draft. Be sure to proofread the printed copy of your final draft carefully. Save the draft as "Paragraph 1 draft" (without quotation marks) and the final copy as "Paragraph 1 final" (without quotation marks).
1. One important reason why you prefer a particular athletic team (professional or college).
2. The one thing you like best about your best friend.
3. The most important reason that you find saving money difficult.
4. An explanation of why you like a favorite piece of clothing.
5. The one thing you liked best about the best movie you saw this past summer.
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