Part II: Briefly discuss and give short explanation based on the above passage Does the author argue his point well? Analyze one of his arguments and explain whether or not it is an effective argument. (2Pnt) __________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ Why does the author believe that reading boring or unfamiliar books can be helpful for readers? Use the text in your response. (2 Pnt) _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ Why does the author describe reading as a "positive escape"? In what ways does reading be positive? Use evidence from the text to support your response. (2 Pnt) _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Part III: Change the following Direct speech into Reported speech (1 mark each) The officer told the guard, “Open the gate immediately and let the visitors in.” The manager instructs the employees, “Submit the report before the deadline without any excuses.” She said to me, “Why have you not completed your assignment yet?” He said to his friend, “Did you attend the meeting yesterday?” The stranger said to me, “Where do you live and what is your name?” The officer said to the clerk, “How long have you been working in this department?”