read the selection and choose the best answer...
read the selection and choose the best answer to each question. then fill in your answer document. the benefits of martial arts dear students, (1) its no secret that kids and teens enjoy spending time on a computer or a cell - phone. (2) health experts tell us that we need to exercise for at least an hour a day, but running around town or on a treadmill, doesnt sound like fun. (3) having a reason to get this exercise, but not every kid wants to join a team. (4) for anyone who wants a fun, healthy way to exercise at his or her own pace, i have a suggestion: take a martial arts class! (5) its truly a great way to get in shape and learn new skills. (6) i know from experience that studying martial arts can help you improve your physical fitness. (7) i began taking karate at age seven when my parents insisted i get off the couch and be something. (8) at first it was difficult to complete the kicking, punching, and blocking moves. (9) i had to work hard to get my heart pumping and my arms and legs moving, but every workout seemed to get easier. (10) my dedication paid off, and i quickly worked my way up to the rank of brown belt. (11) i have feeling healthier and stronger since i started my workouts. (12) as for the physical benefits, martial arts training also helps develop mental focus. (13) classes usually begin with breathing exercises and stretching to help students relax. (14) then the real fun begins! engaging in blocks, punches, and kicks requires students to be calm and alert. (15) students must learn how to control their minds as well as their bodies. (16) in martial arts, they become better at self - discipline the longer people train. (17) they learn that self - discipline and determination are needed to advance in martial arts. (18) by constantly pushing themselves to improve, people learn to conquer self - doubt. (19) this determination can even lead to better grades and behavior at school. (20) one study revealed that students who participated in just 10 weeks of martial arts training thanks to an emphasis on self - discipline. (21) learning to master martial arts has social benefits too. (22) instructors stress the importance of respecting others, and respect is the basis for any successful relationship. (23) also, martial arts classes are often filled with students of all ages and backgrounds. (24) participants will have a chance to develop new friendships while learning new skills in a supportive environment. (25) the benefits of martial arts are many. (26) improved physical fitness, mental focus, self - discipline, and social skills are just a few of the many benefits the martial arts have to offer. (27) and, you can practice on your own time, at your own pace, in the comfort of your home. (28) why not put down your phone, try a class, and see for yourself? sincerely, name 7 which sentence should replace sentence 5 to provide a more effective claim at the end of the introductory paragraph? a learning and practicing self - defense can help improve your physical fitness, mental focus, self - discipline, and social skills. b you might find that learning and practicing self - defense is more fun and rewarding than spending time using electronic devices. c health experts would probably agree that learning and practicing self - defense is a great way to get in shape and learn new skills. d when you are learning and practicing self - defense, an hour a day does not seem like a lot of time to spend exercising