21. Writing Situation: A law has been passed changing the driver’s license system to a graduated system. A young person can be issued a restricted learner’s permit at age 15, an intermediate license at age 16 and a full license at age 17. Both the learner’s permit and intermediate license limit the number of passengers allowed in a car and limit the hours the person can drive. The full license carries no restrictions.

Consider carefully the advantages and disadvantages of the graduated driver’s license system. Do you agree or disagree with the graduated license system?

Directions for Writing: Now, write an essay in which you persuade the reader to support your point of view. Support your position with specific reasons and examples.