Question

nyla is writing an introduction paragraph for an argumentative essay about protecting the oceans. which of the following would be the most effective information to include leading up to the claim?

according to the world wildlife federation, \catching fish is not inherently bad for the ocean, except for when vessels catch fish faster than stocks can replenish, something called overfishing.\

studies show that even more than plastic straws, other forms of plastic are harmful to our oceans. some people need to use plastic straws, and while using less plastic is a good start, overfishing may be even more damaging.

the viral video of the turtle with the straw stuck in his nose really moved me. we should ban plastic straws to save the turtles and the oceans.

plastic straws are bad for the oceans. nobody should use them anymore, and this essay will prove that giving up plastic straws will save the oceans and all the fish.

Explanation:

Effective argumentative essay introductions set context with credible, broad evidence, address nuance, and lead logically to a focused claim. The first option only covers overfishing without linking to the essay's ocean protection focus. The third option relies on personal emotion rather than objective evidence, which is weak for an argumentative piece. The fourth option states a narrow claim immediately without contextual buildup. The second option uses studies to provide broader context about ocean harm (comparing plastic types, noting nuance about necessary straw use, and introducing overfishing as a major threat), which builds a strong, evidence-based foundation leading to a well-supported claim about ocean protection.

Answer:

Studies show that even more than plastic straws, other forms of plastic are harmful to our oceans. Some people need to use plastic straws, and while using less plastic is a good start, overfishing may be even more damaging.