(1) College seems like a lifetime away when you’re in high school. (2) However, preparing for college is best done at the beginning of high school. (3) Many colleges look for the best and the brightest students to make up their student population. (4) Even though preparing for college takes a lot of time and effort, it will help you gain access to the best schools and to greater knowledge.
(5) In high school, you should focus on making yourself stand out in academics and in community involvement. (6) Making the grades in high school shows that you are not only bright but hardworking. (7) Joining clubs and organizations that are meaningful to you also shows colleges that you’re a passionate person. (8) These qualities will help you make a good impression on the college of your choice.
(9) Preparing for college takes a lot of work on your part. (10) Although this may seem like a chore, your efforts will benefit you when you are attending college. (11) Gaining a college education will help you explore different avenues in learning. (12) Different college courses may teach you about subjects that you might have never noticed on your own. (13) Therefore, college can broaden your knowledge.
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Which of the following states the controlling point of the entire passage?
A.
sentence 3
B.
sentence 4
C.
sentence 1
D.
sentence 2
