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The writer's third reason has to do with the availability of alternative varieties of grasses which are more suited to the West. As mentioned previously, this reason is referred to throughout the essay, but it is treated most directly in paragraphs 10-13. Here is some of the evidence, given in different parts of the essay in support of the availability of alternative grasses:

Identifying the Evidence:

1. In paragraph 5, testimony from two sources (Bucks and Meyer) as to the merits of buffalo grass and wheatgrass.
2. In paragraph 10, the phone number of the county extension office, where readers can get information on species of grass suitable to our area.
3. In paragraph 11, quotes from an article in the Coloradoan about the difficulties of traditional turf grasses and the availability of "a new variety of zoysia, Meyer Z-52).
4. In paragraph 12, a claim that alternative types of seed may be ordered (and the approximate cost of the seeds).
5. paragraph 13, suggestions of plants, shrubs, and flowers that thrive in the West.

Examining the Evidence:

• Is the Evidence Sufficient?
• Is the Evidence Credible?
• Is the Evidence Accurate?