Writing Scenario: The park in your area has only one tennis court. It is always crowded, and one has to wait at least two hours before getting a chance to play.

Writing Task: Write a persuasive letter to your mayor requesting more tennis courts in your area. In your letter, be sure to describe the situation and explain the reasons why you need more tennis courts.

Here are some points to keep in mind while completing this writing task:

Using the scenario given above as a guide, write a letter in your own words.
You may take notes, create a mindmap, or do other prewriting work. Then, write your story in the box below.
After you have completed writing your letter, re-read the letter and make sure that your writing is the best it can be.
After writing your answer, click on the appropriate radio button.