Robert T.S. # 8 with A.B.

We did not continue with the reading passage because the tutee asked me to review his essay. This was a standard five paragraph expository argument. Note, the essay was completely developed, therefore, I served the role of an audience that asked clarifying questions. Surprisingly, the session took an hour an half helping the tutee condense some sentences and altering some vocabulary. 

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