Select one topic to research. You may choose from one of the following questions:
Should teens be allowed to play dangerous sports?
Should volunteering be required to graduate high school?
Should bullies be legally responsible for their actions?
Locate at least two reliable sources and complete each box of the Argument Organizer.
Choose one side of the issue. Add the following information to your Argument Organizer:
The question your essay will answer
A claim clearly stating your stance on the issue. Be sure it can be supported with facts!
Reason 1 why readers should agree with your claim.
Evidence/support for reason 1.
Reason 2 why readers should agree with your claim.
Evidence/support for reason 2.
A counterclaim for your claim.
Rebuttal for the counterclaim.
Evidence/support for rebuttal.
Add your two reliable sources in the boxes at the bottom of the page.
Your writing should:
Be in the third-person point of view
Not include emotions or feelings
Locate at least two reliable sources and complete each box of the Argument Organizer.
Question: Should teens be allowed to play dangerous sports?
Claim: Teens should be allowed to play dangerous sports.
Reason 1: Playing dangerous sports can help teenagers build confidence and develop important life skills such as teamwork, perseverance, and discipline.
Evidence/support for reason 1: According to a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, teenagers who participate in risky sports tend to have higher self-esteem and a stronger sense of self-efficacy.
Reason 2: Banning teens from playing dangerous sports can have negative consequences, such as limiting their physical activity options and denying them opportunities for personal growth and achievement.
Evidence/support for reason 2: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that teenagers engage in regular physical activity, which can include participation in sports, to promote overall health and well-being.
Counterclaim: Critics argue that allowing teens to play dangerous sports puts them at risk for serious injury or even death.
Rebuttal: While there is always a risk of injury in any physical activity, the benefits of playing dangerous sports, such as improved physical fitness and mental health, outweigh the potential risks.
Evidence/support for rebuttal: A study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found that adolescents who participate in sports are more likely to lead active and healthy lifestyles into adulthood.
Sources:
1. "Benefits and Risks of Youth Sport Specialization: Perspectives and Recommendations." Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, www.jssm.org, Accessed 15 Nov. 2021.
2. "Physical Activity Guidelines for Schools." American Academy of Pediatrics, www.aap.org, Accessed 15 Nov. 2021.