The voyage was an ordeal, but it was worth it. They were on their way to America.

Edward Corsi, [ . . .] was a ten-year-old Italian immigrant when he sailed into New York harbor in 1907:

“My mother, my stepfather, my brother Giuseppe, and my two sisters, Liberta and Helvetia, all of us together, happy that we had come through the storm safely, clustered on the foredeck for fear of separation and looked with wonder on this miraculous land of our dreams.”

—Immigrant Kids,
Russell Freedman

Read the passage. Write one paragraph reflecting on how the author’s use of a quotation makes the informational text stronger.

also children shouldn't be cussing why don't you just try asking for help from a parent or guardian and please stop swearing.

do our homework lame o

you are a butt

i hate you

we do not do your work for you also shouldn't you all be in school?

just answer it jeez

cracker

answer the question

you a goofy

f#c@ your self

We do not do your homework for you. Although it might take more effort to do the work on your own, you will profit more from your effort. We will be happy to evaluate your work though.

By "stronger", do you mean more emotional? If so, look at the mixed emotions that are expressed. Put yourself in their place.