It is common knowledge that America consumes a lot of resources compared to the rest of the world. We need more gasoline, eat bigger meals, and drink from larger size cups. We waste a lot of what we purchase, and we buy many things we didn't need in the first place. In addition to lack of public transport, abundance of plastic bags, and overuse of disposables, we have managed to do more than a nation's share in global warming.
Only the other day, while I was shopping in an outlet mall, I noticed that the store's doors were wide open while the air conditioning was perhaps set to a freezing temperature. The sales clerks cared more about the view outside than the tremendous amount of energy they were wasting. I wondered why the customers weren't bothered by the waste of energy. Why shouldn't we start thinking about alternative sources of energy? I asked the clothing store manager to close the doors. I also started to make a list of what I really needed, and I never shopped when I was very hungry.
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Which of these is the most engaging beginning for this passage?
A.
Imagine having to carry all the waste you have ever created on your back for the rest of your life.
B.
I have never felt better about myself since I started recycling. Have you thought about it yourself?
C.
I am just asking you to be open-minded about your role in the waste of resources in America.
D.
There are many things our nation can be proud of. Our lack of alternative fuel source isn't one of them.