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.