Asap ! will mark a student is writing an argumentative essay about physical education (pe) classes in middle schools for her english assignment. the teacher suggested the student add an opening sentence that establishes a clear claim. read the student’s draft and the directions that follow. too many kids waste dozens of hours each week in front of the tv or computer. they may be exercising their fingers and sometimes their minds, but they are not exercising the rest of their bodies. but, in physical education class, they do. recent research has shown that physical education class has many benefits: it can teach teamwork, build confidence, and increase academic success. students who take regular physical education classes not only develop healthier habits throughout their lives, but the activity reduces anxiety and improves judgment. one study revealed that students who did not have access to these classes were 2.5 times more likely to become inactive. some students may feel awkward in physical education class; however, they may be getting more out of it than they realize. write at least one sentence at the beginning of the paragraph that establishes a clear claim.