Directions: After selecting one of the provided research topics for your argumentative essay, read both of the provided sources for your topic below. There is an article provided for both sides of the argument. After reading the two provided articles, you need to complete your own research to find a 3rd source. Linked below, you can find helpful sites and databases for your additional research. Use NoodleTools to cite you 3 sources, and create 3 notecards. 2 notecards that support your claim and 1 notecard to support the counterclaim. Each notecard should have a minimum of 2 quotes.
Helpful sites and databases for additional research (You must find 1 additional source on your own from one of these):
Notecard Requirements:
Research Question: Do violent video games make people violent in real life?
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Research Question: Should schools have a later start time?
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Research Question: Is football too dangerous for middle school athletes?
Articles: Both articles provide information for both viewpoints. Viewpoint 1: Football is not too dangerous. Viewpoint 2: Football is too dangerous.
Research Question: Is cloning ethical?
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Research Question: Are zoos ethical?
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Research Question: Should teachers give homework?
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Research Question: Should Pit Bull dogs be banned?
Articles: Both articles provide information for both viewpoints. Viewpoint 1: Pit Bulls should be banned. Viewpoint 2: Pit Bulls should not be banned.
Research Question: Is it a human right to have access to internet? *This is a challenge option! The articles linked are at a slightly higher reading level compared to the other topics, and it may be more difficult (but not impossible) to find additional research on this topic!
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