English, 07.03.2021 02:30 gigi246899
The public library near Lizz’s school has decided to remove some books from its shelves because they contain controversial information. This is a letter she has written to the head librarian to show why she is against this idea.
125 Freedom Avenue
Jackson, OK 97555
March 13, 2013
Mrs. J. R. Sullivan
Jackson Public Library
3522 Haas Avenue
Jackson, OK 97555
Dear Mrs. Sullivan:
I recently heard that the library plans to remove To Kill a Mockingbird and The Great Gatsby from its shelves. This made me very sad because those are two of my favorite novels.
In a free society, people need to have access to information without someone in charge of deciding what is okay to read. Otherwise, isn’t the freedom of the press in the First Amendment worthless?
Every year, the American Library Association celebrates Banned Books Week. This event calls attention to books that were banned or challenged at some point during history. The ALA wants to show that it is important for people to have access to unpopular viewpoints. This organization feels it is harmful to all of society to censor information.
Many of the books that were challenged were never banned because teachers, librarians, and booksellers across the country defended them. Won’t you join in the fight to make sure these American classics are available for people to read for years to come? Make the writers of the Constitution proud.
Sincerely,
Lizz
10
How does the information about the ALA's Banned Books Week and the First Amendment help support Lizz's thesis in this letter?
A.
It includes information about authors.
B.
It includes the opinion of experts.
C.
It discusses laws that need to change.
D.
It shows why these books were banned.
Answers: 2
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