Argumentative Essay Assignment
Objective: To compose a solid argument about one of the issues addressed in The Ten Trusts by Jane Goodall and Mark Bekoff
Page Length: 2-3 pages
Primary Source: The Ten Trusts by Jane Goodall and Mark Bekoff
Topics to Choose:
LAND DEVELOPMENT–Compose an argument for or against land development.
ANIMAL EDUCATION–Compose an argument that answers the following question: Should every child, regardless of economic status, have a pet of his/her own?
ZOOS–Compose an argument that supports or denounces the documentary, The Tiger King.
FASHION–Compose an argument that supports or denounces the use of animal fur in fashion.
HUNTING–Compose an argument that supports or denounces hunting for sport.
CONSUMPTION–Compose an argument that justifies eating meat or challenges the practice of it.
EVALUATION—In what ways are Jane Goodall and Mark Bekoff’s arguments unrealistic? OR In what ways does the book present strong arguments that allow readers to reconsider a stance?
You can come up with your own argumentative topic.
Compose a 2-4 page essay answering one of the questions above. The essay must include a solid introduction with clear thesis statement, body paragraphs that offer support, documentation from both the primary source that incorporates the four-step quoting (introducing, quoting, citing, and explaining the quote), a counterargument, a solid conclusion that sums up the essay and explains why this topic is still important in 2022, and a Works Cited page.
