《北史·列传·卷三十五》
元澄认为他是一个儒生，必死无疑。
澄以其儒者，谓之必死。
Yuan Cheng thought he was a Confucian scholar and would surely die.
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**Task type:** Opening Statement

[INST] Write the opening statement for a persuasive speech on the topic of "The Importance of Civic Engagement." [/INST]
**Opening statement:** Civic engagement is essential for the health and vitality of our democracy. It is through civic engagement that we, as citizens, have the opportunity to participate in the decision-making process that affects our lives and our communities.</s>
Identify the task type and write an opening statement.
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**Task type:** Opening Statement

[INST] Write the opening statement for a persuasive speech on the topic of "The Importance of Civic Engagement." [/INST]
**Opening statement:** Civic engagement is essential for the health and vitality of our democracy. It is through civic engagement that we, as citizens, have the opportunity to participate in the decision-making process that affects our lives and our communities.
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