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Art and Music in Schools

(1) With shrinking school budgets, many people have objected to the idea of teaching art and music every semester. (2) However, it is important that students are exposed to art, music, and theater from a young age. (3) These activities are not only entertaining for children but also help them to develop on a fundamental level.
(4) Art and music allow kids to express themselves better than math or science do. (5) Since these activities are creative, they help children think and practice in a creative way rather than in a manner of calculating mathematical or technical operations. (6) According to a recent study, children who engage in the arts regularly are four times more likely than others to participate in math and science fairs, to win an award for writing an essay or poem, or to be recognized for academic achievement.
(7) Besides academic achievement, art and music also help to develop children's motor skills. (8) Activities such as playing an instrument or making a painting using a paintbrush or a crayon help to develop a child's fine motor skills.
(9) Some students lack confidence or suffer from stage fright at school. (10) If these children are given the chance to participate in a school play, to practice singing, or to play an instrument in front of a crowd, it will help to boost their confidence. (11) It also increases the level of focus in students. (12) When students practice art and music repeatedly to master the skill, they improve their concentration and focus as well.
(13) Art and music also play a major role in improving children's social skills. (14) When children participate in an art or musical activity together, they interact with each other and make new friends. (15) Art and music also provide children with a relaxing environment in which to unwind after an eventful day at school.
(16) Many schools are choosing to cut down on art and music classes. (17) However, students should be given the opportunity to experience these activities as much as possible. (18) Students will never truly know what they are missing if they are not shown the world of music and art.

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Which evidence would be best to add to paragraph 3 to support the claim that music develops fine motor skills?
A.
For example, playing the cello requires strong fingers to hold down the strings.
B.
For example, playing the trumpet requires strong diaphragm muscles to enable controlled exhalation.
C.
For example, playing the violin requires precise finger placement to ensure that notes are in tune.
D.
For example, playing the bass requires students to stand for long periods at a time.
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