Question

In the sample persuasive essay

introduction, which sentence
is the Controversy or
argument?
A. 2. Many argue that the best way to
prevent global warming & limit carbon
emissions is to rely on....
B. 3. Solar power is clearly the most
efficient renewable energy to use because it
has a limited...
C. 1. The burning of fossil fuels accounts for
about three-quarters of the carbon
emissions that..

Answer 1

The sentence that presents the controversy or argument in the sample persuasive essay introduction is sentence A: "Many argue that the best way to prevent global warming & limit carbon emissions is to rely on...." This sentence introduces the idea that there are differing opinions or perspectives regarding the best approach to address global warming and carbon emissions.