Achieved statuses are those in which a person has no choice; they’re either assigned at birth or assigned involuntarily later in life.

When a person’s sense of identity is partially influenced by a role.  

The Democrats are filibustering in the Senate. What is a filibuster? 

The government shutdown began on Oct 1. Why? 

Why are the Democrats filibustering in the Senate? 

Read the compare/contrast prompt and part of the introduction. The thesis statement is missing. Write a direct thesis statement that shows your point of view on the topic. Writing Prompt : Write a compare/contrast essay about online learning vs. in-person learning.        In recent years, education has undergone a major transformation. With the rise of technology, many students now have the option to learn online rather than attend traditional classrooms. Both methods of learning offer unique benefits and drawbacks. Understanding how these two approaches differ and what they have in common is essential for making informed choices about education. ________________________________________________________________________ . 

Choose ALL the possible correct answers to correctly complete the sentence:  This is the movie ____ won the award.

Choose the correct compare/contrast word:  She wanted to go to the party; ______, she stayed home to study.

Choose the correct compare/contrast word:  ______ her sister, Emma prefers salty food. 

Choose the correct compare/contrast word:  Her dress is elegant. ______, her shoes are quite casual.