Which of the following is true about the twelve-year-olds extra-credit essay?

• A. The topic was Why I'm excited about the new public library
• B. The topic was My favorite movie
• C. The topic was The history of Alexandriaville
• D. The topic was How to design a library

Answer: (A)

Think about what the assignment is asking for: a twelve-year-old’s extra-credit essay about the new public library. The best topic is the one that asks for a personal reflection on why someone is excited about that library. It fits the setting and purpose of the situation, inviting a student to share their feelings and what the library means to them.

Why this topic stands out: it directly ties to the moment in the story—the opening or impact of the new public library—and it invites a personal response, which is exactly what an extra-credit essay in this context would be about. The other topics would shift away from personal reflection about the library: a favorite movie is not connected to the library opening, a history of Alexandriaville is about factual history rather than personal feelings, and how to design a library focuses on technical design topics rather than a student's excitement.