Look at the information above. Write down 3 facts about this community problem and 3
opinions given to you by the townspeople on the first page. Look at the examples to help you.
Townsperson 2: We don’t need another parking lot in town. They don’t look nice at all.
A playground would be much better. Families who go to the playground might decide to
eat in one of the restaurants on Main Street afterward. Then everyone benefits. Maybe
the town can plant trees and flowers there, too, so that it’s a pretty area.
Townsperson 3: I’d love to have another place to bring my children. Families are an
important part of the community. They need to have places to have fun. It would make
my family very happy.
Townsperson 4: Kids will cause trouble if we build a playground. They will litter and
break the equipment. All the parking spaces near Main Street will be taken up by people
who are going to the playground. Supporting local businesses is more important. A new
parking lot will make it easier for people to shop and go to the restaurants in town.
Facts about this community problem:
1. The town is considering either building a parking lot or a playground.
2. Some people believe that a playground would be a better option.
3. Others believe that a new parking lot would be more beneficial for the community.
Opinions given by the townspeople:
1. Townsperson 2: They don't need another parking lot and prefer a playground. They believe it would make the town more attractive and families can also support local businesses.
2. Townsperson 3: Another place for families to have fun is needed and it would make their family happy.
3. Townsperson 4: Building a playground will cause trouble with kids littering and breaking the equipment. They believe a new parking lot is more important for supporting local businesses.