Argumentative Essay On Chicago Fire

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Chicago fire is a television series that is aired every Tuesday night on channel six. The show digs into the lives, both professional and personal, of the firefighters and paramedics of the Chicago Fire Department. The women and men at Firehouse 51 get their reasonable share of drama and tough work. Caught up in personal problems, relationship drama, and nerve-racking events, you rarely witness a dull moment on Chicago fire.
My evaluation of Chicago fire is I love the story line and all the drama this show expresses. The actors do an amazing job and are perfectly suited for their roles. Chicago Fire has unexpected twists and is packed with suspense in every episode. As well as seeing the professional side of the characters, we also experience

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