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Respond in 3–5 complete sentences.
Pretend that your local school board is considering cutting the study of world literature from the school curriculum. Keeping in mind what you have learned about persuasive writing, state whether you believe this is a good idea, and then briefly describe one argument you would make to support your belief.

I believe that cutting the study of world literature from the school curriculum is not a good idea. (1) World literature exposes students to different cultures, perspectives, and experiences that they may not encounter in their day-to-day lives, helping them to become more empathetic and open-minded individuals. (2) By reading works from authors around the world, students can develop a better understanding of global issues and historical events, allowing them to become more informed citizens. (3) Additionally, studying world literature can also improve students' critical thinking and analytical skills as they compare and contrast various literary works from different regions. (4) Overall, keeping world literature in the curriculum is essential for fostering cultural awareness, empathy, and critical thinking skills in students.