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I was doubtful. I had always thought it was some sort of
tranquilizer for unruly kids. Dr. Sims told me it was

actually a stimulant that helped many people with ADD

to focus. After talking with Dr. Sims, I agreed to try it. I

also scheduled a visit with a counselor to learn coping

techniques. Accepting my learning disability and finding

ways of coping was the last step in my process of self-
discovery.

Now, dealing with school is much easier. Last term, for

the first time, I made the dean’s list. It is as if I have

discovered my abilities, not my disability. I know that I

am not lazy and unmotivated, but a smart and
determined person. Now, though, I’m able to show it.

Questions

1. In the space below, write the thesis statement of
the essay.

2. In the space below, write the topic sentence of

each body paragraph.