AP English Lang/Comp
Journal 9
“I Just Wanna Be Average”
Mike Rose
(p. 316)
In this excerpt from his book, Lives on the Boundary, Mike Rose
asserts, “Students will float to the mark you set” (¶ 11).
Write an informal essay in which you agree or disagree with that statement, citing evidence
from your experience, observation, and/or reading. Be prepared to read your writing in class.
Suggested length: 300-500 words
Skip lines/double-space.
May be handwritten or typed.
AP English Lang/Comp
Journal 9
“I Just Wanna Be Average”
Mike Rose
(p. 316)
In this excerpt from his book, Lives on the Boundary, Mike Rose
asserts, “Students will float to the mark you set” (¶ 11).
Write an informal essay in which you agree or disagree with that statement, citing evidence
from your experience, observation, and/or reading. Be prepared to read your writing in class.
Suggested length: 300-500 words
Skip lines/double-space.
May be handwritten or typed.