Should the legal drinking age be lowered to 18 in California?

One of the main topics of focus in English 101 is persuasion; in fact, you will be composing a persuasive essay soon. First, however, you will be writing an opinion essay. The difference between a sound argument (persuasion) and an opinion is that the former MUST have credible evidence to support the main points while opinion can be backed by beliefs and/or experience. Still, the opinion essay must include the following: an introduction that begins with a hook and concludes with a clear thesis statement, at least three body paragraphs that discuss your three main points, and a conclusion that sums up the essay’s content and restates your opinion. Below are the topics up for discussion: Should the legal drinking age be lowered to 18 in California? Successful essay will include the following elements:
An introduction that includes a hook, background information on the issue, and a thesis statement that clearly informs the reader of your stance or position as well as a conclusion that restates the thesis, summarizes the essay’s content, and ends with a final thought on the topic.
At least three body paragraphs that begin with a topic sentence that corresponds to one of your three reasons that supports your argument.
Be written in an academic tone that illustrates appropriate word choice and vocabulary usage and be carefully proofread, paying special attention to grammar and spelling. Also, your first page must be formatted correctly per MLA style. And a thesis statement at the end of the intro btw I agree the drinking age should be lowered to 18 that’s my opinion if u can sign up for the military at 18 in California u should be able to drink