2001 Eighth Grade Writing Award Topics

The composition is to be written on a common theme.  Students should select only one of the four topics.  Please be reminded that while teachers are encouraged to work with students and teach the writing process, their active involvement in the creativity of the essay should be limited.

1.        Some of the symbols that represent South Carolina are the Palmetto Tree, the Carolina Wren, and the Yellow Jessamine.  If you were asked by Lieutenant Governor Peeler to choose another symbol for the state, what would it be and why?

2.        The pressure to "fit in" has become a problem in many high schools today.  How do you plan to cope with this peer pressure when you enter high school?

3.        If you could, what school-wide policy in your school would you change and tell why.  Select a policy (for example:  ID tags, dress code, see-thru book bags) and give at lease three reasons to support your opinion.

4.        The time machine rumbled to a stop.  As I opened the door, I discovered I had gone back in time.  I decided that I would like to visit (place or person) and find out...

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