Comparing Arguments
Read the following sections in CEL Ch. 9, “Responding to Arguments,” in preparation for this assignment:
Bruno, “Entitlement Education,” CEL Ch. 9 p. 269-274
Benlow, “‘Have it Your Way'” CEL Ch. 9 p. 275-278
“Analysis” in CEL Ch. 9, p. 285-288
Assignment :
As you read over the two essays in Ch. 9, you will notice that each of the readings is broadly concerned with the topic of “education.” For this activity, use the questions below to compare the different ways the two writers define and explore issues within the broad topics of education.
What are the central issues each writer focuses on within the broad topic of “education”? What central terms are important to each of the two writers (i.e. “injustice” for Bruno, p.272)?
How do the two arguments address “students” differently?
Which of the two arguments did you feel addressed YOU as a student most effectively? Why?
How do the two arguments present evidence for their ideas? Which of the arguments presented evidence that was most convincing to you? Why?
Use the questions above to guide you as you write a response of at least 200 words in 1-2 full, coherent paragraphs.
