Question

read this informal outline of the passage.
main idea: later school start time
1.

1. research and results
2. opposing arguments
3. student action can bring change

which of the following best completes the informal outline of the passage?
teen sleep cycle
scheduling conflicts
time is everything
voice your opinion

Explanation:

Analyze the outline structure and main idea

The main idea of the passage is "Later School Start Time." An effective outline introduces the core issue or background context first before presenting research, opposing arguments, and actions.

Evaluate the options against the outline flow

• "Teen Sleep Cycle" provides the logical biological background and context for why a later school start time is needed, serving as a strong introductory section (Item 1).
• "Scheduling Conflicts" is a specific counterargument, which fits under "Opposing Arguments" (Item 3) rather than as the opening section.
• "Time Is Everything" is too vague and does not serve as a concrete structural heading.
• "Voice Your Opinion" overlaps with "Student Action Can Bring Change" (Item 4) and is not an introductory topic.

Determine the best fit

"Teen Sleep Cycle" is the most logical opening topic to establish the scientific need for a later start time before discussing research, opposing views, and actions.

Answer:

• (A) Teen Sleep Cycle (Correct answer)
• (B) Scheduling Conflicts
• (C) Time Is Everything
• (D) Voice Your Opinion