Assignment 1.1: Conflicting Viewpoints Essay - Part I

Prewriting

The paper should follow guidelines for clear and organized writing:

1. Include an introductory paragraph and concluding paragraph.

2. Address main ideas in body paragraphs with a topic sentence and supporting sentences.

3. Adhere to standard rules of English grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and spelling.

4. 1-2 Pages

5. 3 references to include www.procon.org

Part I - Prewriting: Follow the instructions below for this prewriting activity. Use complete sentences and adhere to standard rules of English grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and spelling.

1. Intro to Your View: Pro concealed hand guns deter crimes

• - Responsible law abiding citizens are able to deter crimes or defend themselves

• - Born with the 2nd Amendment right to carry

• - Help stop and protect others when police are not available.

2. Identify Three (3) (reasons) Cons - opposes your position.

1. Permitting Concealed Handguns Increases Crimes

2. 2nd Amendments right have limits

3. Criminals are likely to carry if law-abiding citizens are carrying

3. For each of the three (3) (reasons) above that oppose your position on the issue, answer these "believing" questions suggested by Elbow:

1. What's interesting or helpful about this view?

2. What would I notice if I believed this view?

3. In what sense or under what conditions might this idea be true?"

The paper should follow guidelines for clear and organized writing:

• Include an introductory paragraph and concluding paragraph.

• Address main ideas in body paragraphs with a topic sentence and supporting sentences.

• Adhere to standard rules of English grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and spelling.