2025 AP Lang ARGUMENT Essay: The Value of Embracing the Present Moment
Write an essay responding to the following prompt. Be sure to develop a clear thesis, support your argument with evidence, and explain your reasoning. Use appropriate grammar and punctuation throughout your response.
Group 1
In a 2022 interview with People magazine promoting her program to empower young girls through sport, professional tennis player and mental health advocate Naomi Osaka said: “For me, the biggest lesson I’ve learned is to try to be present in each moment. It’s easy to lose sight of how far you’ve come, but I’ve been prioritizing trying to live in the moment and enjoy the journey.”
Question 1a
Write an essay that argues your position on the extent to which Osaka’s claim about embracing the present moment is valid. In your response you should do the following:
- Respond to the prompt with a thesis that presents a defensible position.
- Provide evidence to support your line of reasoning.
- Explain how the evidence supports your line of reasoning.
- Use appropriate grammar and punctuation in communicating your argument.
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