text: The author supports his claim on exploring Venus despite the risks it could cause. He does so by stating positive effects of exploration throughout the text. Exploration of our sister planet Venus is vital to human survival. With global warming, extinction, and unrenewable resources we need to find a suitable planet to get materials and maybe even call home.         Scholarships and large gateways into professional careers are just two out of the main things that can stem out of extracurricular activities. Meaning that with these activities large opportunities can arise. I agree with the principal's decision to require one extracurricular activity because these activities are all opportunities to meet new people and make new friends, colleges love those who are in after school clubs, and requiring one activity is a chance for many people to try new things, open new doors, or just practice doing something they already love.