The Value of Community Celebrations

Dear OSIS Members,

I’m writing to you all with great enthusiasm to discuss our school’s plans for celebrating National Day on Monday, May 20^th, 2024. As the student leaders of our school, your involvement and contributions will be crucial in making this even a meaningful and memorable experience for our entire school community

            National Education Day is a time to reflect on the transformative power of education and the vital role it plays in shaping the life of our students.

            Your ideas and initiatives will be the driving force behind our national education Day celebrations. Whether it’s organizing interactive workshops. Coordinating student-led presentation or spearheading community outreach projects, your leadership and creativity will be instrumental that fosters intellectual curiosity, social responsibility, and a deep appreciation for the value education. I look forward to collaborating with you and hearing your innovative proposals to make this year’s celebrations truly remarkable.

• To increase the student enrollment

• To comply with goverment regulations

• To expand the knowledge and skills of students and staff

• To foster a sense of community, collaboration, and pride among the school community.

• To improve the school's public image

Which of the following should replace sentence 3 to more effectively state the claim Gage is making in this paper?

• In fact, the size of a community is really not that important.

• In fact, community celebrations should be viewed as essential.

• In fact, there are different types of community celebrations.

• In fact, both children and adults have a great deal of fun at them.

Which of the following sentences best summarizes the main idea of the passage about community celebrations?

• Community celebrations are a waste of resources.

• Community celebrations are essential for fostering unity.

• Community celebrations are only for entertainment.

• Community celebrations are too costly to organize.

What is the primary purpose of community celebrations according to the passage?

• To entertain the community.

• To promote local businesses.

• To foster a sense of pride and unity.

• To attract tourists.

Which sentence from the passage suggests that community celebrations have long-term benefits?

• Sentence 5: They bring together people of different backgrounds.

• Sentence 17: This gives community members some activities that they can count on.

• Sentence 27: Studies show that too many Americans feel a lack of connection.

• Sentence 30: This bonding continues afterward.

What does the author suggest is a challenge in organizing community celebrations?

• Finding a suitable location.

• Recruiting volunteers for less popular tasks.

• Deciding on the type of celebration.

• Ensuring good weather.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of community celebration in the passage?

• Fireworks display.

• Outdoor movie.

• Craft festival.

• Food festival.

What does the author imply about the cost of community celebrations?

• They are always expensive.

• They can be organized at minimal cost.

• They require government funding.

• They are funded by local businesses.

Which sentence should replace sentence 31 to bring this paper to a more effective conclusion?

• Community celebrations are happening all over the country.

• The best community celebrations are the ones in which many people participate.

• Community celebrations can be good for the health of both individuals and the community.

• People should consider attending a community celebration to meet others.

What is the tone of the passage regarding community celebrations?

• Critical and skeptical.

• Enthusiastic and supportive.

• Neutral and informative.

• Pessimistic and doubtful.