An effective essay opening usually:
ARestates the prompt verbatim
BBriefly acknowledges complexity and states a clear thesisCORRECT
CProvides only personal stories
DIs missing
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Strong intros frame the issue, then state your position concisely.
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