How do the details in this passage support the authors’ purpose? The comparison of honey to sugar production helps persuade readers that honey is better than sugar.
The details about sugar’s dependency on slavery help inform readers about why sugar was inexpensive.
The details about the sugar’s strong flavor entertain the reader with stories of how people invented sugar.
The comparison of the invention of sugar to steel helps persuade readers that sugar is easier to make than steel.

70 ! i need an intro paragraph. here is the prompt, "suppose that the mayor of your city wants to declare a television-free week. no one in the city could watch tv. some people are for the idea, and others are against it. the local newspaper is devoting a special section to discussing the issue, and you want to write an article stating your view. which side do you take and why? " i am saying it should not be done. my reasons are the importance of news, children entertainment, and sports. i really need with my intro