Homework is an important part of the learning process in middle school. one reason is that homework gives students additional practice of skills covered in class. middle school classes are too short to teach a new concept and practice it sufficiently for students to master. students need both guided practice in class and independent practice at home. another reason for homework is that it provides time to complete longer assignments. for example, the ideal composition process allows time for students to think and to reflect on their ideas, as well as time to revise and to proofread their writing. also, reports and special projects often require research that can not always be done at school. in addition, since all students do not work at the same speed, giving students time at home to finish work keeps them from falling behind. finally, the most important reason for homework is that it ensures review. new material and old material are practiced in daily assignments. choose the best concluding statement for this paragraph. a) homework isn't necessarily such a terrible chore; sometimes it can be fun. b) homework is a necessary activity, which ensures that students learn their tasks. c) students don't like homework, but teachers tend to think that homework is needed. d) the controversy over homework isn't likely to go away soon, but opponents will have to agree to disagree.