Construct and present an argument using logical argumentation.

Directions:

1. Select any issue from the news, from the Internet, your personal life, something in school, etc.
2. Gather information on the issue (from the Internet, people, textbooks etc.).
3. Use the questions below to enter responses to create your argument.

Questions:

1. Describe the issue by answering the following questions. What is the issue, why is it an issue? What are the two sides to the issue? (Answer in 5 sentences)
2. Make a position statement with premises that support your conclusion by answering the following questions. What is your position statement on this issue? What premises support your position statement? (Cite references here) What made you come to your conclusion? (Answer in 5 sentences)
3. Present and respond to the counter-arguments by answering the following questions. What are the counter-arguments from the other side of the issue? What is your response to these counter-arguments? (Answer in 5 sentences)
4. Conclude your logical argumentation by: summarizing the issue and your position, the information that supports your position, and reasons why the counter-arguments are not valid. (Answer in 5 sentences)