4) Prewriting Question

What cases can be made for or against X?

1. You can make a case against abortion. You can argue that abortion is wrong, and their should be a law or an amendment stating abortion is illegal. Women shouldn't be the only ones who have the right to abortion they should consider other individuals thoughts. Or the government/law should make a law where only the state can have the right to grant you an abortion.

2. You can make a case against animal cruelty. You can argue that animal cruelty should be illegal, and a law should be passed to prevent animals from being abused. The government/ law should be more concerned with this topic. they should create laws banning animal cruelty and abuse.

3. You can make a case against drink driving. You can argue that drunk driving is wrong, and shouldn't be allowed. You can create protests and boycotts in order to get a law or amendment passed to end drunk driving. I think the government should create a law wear drunk driving isn't allowed, i understand you can get a ticket or jail time, however that isn't enough. A drunk driver is put other drivers in danger.

4. You can make a case for cults. You can make a case for cults because you might want to start a cult. A cult can be a group of people you know, and you can create new friends. i think cults are usually a bunch of individual joining together an discussing certain idea.

5. You can make a case against date rape. You can argue that date rape is wrong, and it should be illegal in all states.

Animal Cruelty:

Critical Thinking & Analysis

Should animal welfare laws include provisions for animals being used for entertainment purposes? Animal rights activists contend that the use of animals for sports or entertainment can also be considered animal cruelty. They claim that activities such as horse racing, dogfighting and circuses cause animals to suffer needlessly in the name of entertainment. Others believe there is nothing wrong with using animals for entertainment purposes, as long as the animals are treated humanely.
Explain why some animal rights activists view horse racing and circuses as cruel to animals. They claim that activities such as horse racing, dogfighting and circuses cause animals to suffer needlessly in the name of entertainment.
Who should regulate the animal entertainment industry? I think that animal entertainment industry should be regulated by animal owners and carers.

Drunk Driving:

Critical Thinking & Analysis

Should states adopt stricter penalties for drivers who refuse to take a BAC test? Why or why not? Ye states should adopt stricter penalties for drivers who refuse to take a BAC Test. I think they need this to make the roads save.
Should laws be enacted that require ignition-interlock devices for all convicted drunk drivers, including first-time offenders? Why or why not? yes laws should be enacted that require ignition-interlock devices for all convicted drunk drivers, including first-time offenders. this should happen so everyone learns not to do it again even fist offenders.
Do you think DUI checkpoints should be used more often and in more places? Explain. Yes i think DUI check points should be created everywhere. This will also help keep the roads save.
Describe other measures you think could be implemented to reduce drunk driving. I think bars should close earlier. They should make more drinking laws.

Cults:

Critical Thinking & Analysis

Should new religious movements be allowed to proselytize on college campuses? Yes new religious movements be allowed to proselytize on college campuses. If they have the right to do this that i believe that they should.
What impact are new religious movements having on mainstream religions?One trait that these groups do have in common is that they operate outside the mainstream religious establishment. An event in 1978 involving The People's Temple in Jonestown, Guyana, garnered widespread media attention when its leader induced more than 900 of his followers to commit suicide.
Do new religious movements pose a threat to society? Sometimes new religious movements can pose a threat to society. However it depends on their beliefs.
What does the emergence of so many new religious movements say about our society? It says that a lot of people are changing their thoughts in life. Also people are creating new religions because they feel that something has inspired them.
What is the cultural significance of new religious movements? Some argue that the possible harm from these movements calls for increased restrictions on religious freedom. Others stress that the religious liberty of such movements outweighs any risk of danger.

Date Rape:

Critical Thinking & Analysis

How can the use of cell phones contribute to dating violence and harassment? With a cell phone you can make phone calls and harass someone, and text them something dirty or violent. The phone can be used to harass individuals.
Why do some girls stay in abusive relationships? They think that the boyfriend or husband is still in love with them. Also they think that they don't mean to be abusive but their wrong. Many teens use cell phones and computers as tools of control and abuse in dating relationships. Young girls and women often do not know how to get out of abusive situations.
What can be done to educate teens and their parents about the warning signs of dating violence? More schools are providing programs to teach teens the warning signs of abusive relationships and provide them with the tools they need to leave violent and controlling partners.
Do you think the prevalence of sexual content in the media contributes to dating violence? Why or why not? Some people think that dating violence is increasing because many girls are afraid to stand up to an aggressive and controlling boy. Others blame the violent and sexual content in the media as a contributing factor in dating violence. Also people can see a lot of violent stuff on TV and try it to their girlfriends.

Abortion;