Question

the topic sentence below is...
thesis
schools should allow students to choose their own reading assignments.
topic sentence
students are more likely to enjoy reading if they are able to choose their own books.
strong weak: not a claim weak: off topic
weak: redundant

Explanation:

The thesis is about schools allowing students to choose reading assignments. The topic sentence "Students are more likely to enjoy reading if they are able to choose their own books" supports the thesis by giving a reason (enjoyment from choice) and is a strong, on - topic claim that relates to the thesis. It is not off - topic, not non - claim, and not redundant as it provides a valid supporting point.

Answer:

Strong