Discuss which position is more persuasive and why

Reference no: EM133483438

Topic- Should dolphins be kept in zoos or aquariums?

Introduction (This frames the issue sufficiently so the reader knows what this paper is about)

Introductory sentence/attention grabber (provide a shocking statistic, rhetorical question or other device to get the attention of the reader)

Question 1) Short summary of topic (background information)

Define the topic

-The question of whether dolphins should be kept in zoos or aquariums is controversial. Keeping dolphins in captivity for both public entertainment and scientific study represents an opportunity to learn more about these animals, yet there are opposing opinions raised when discussing this practice.

Question 2) What is the controversial issue?

-The ethical concerns of keeping dolphins in captivity in artificial surroundings are at the center of the dolphin captivity controversy. It raises questions regarding their general quality of life, interactions with others, physical and mental health, and well-being.

Question 3) What are the PRO and CON positions?

-The PRO position is that keeping dolphins in captivity provides advantageous opportunities for both entertainment and scientific study.

-The CON position is that dolphins should not be kept in captivity since they would not have the same quality of life in captivity as they have in the wild.

Question 4) PRO Position: Perspectives/Proponents in Favor

Perspective/proponent #1 (it is marine biologists)

a. Introduce and explain perspective thoroughly

b. Supporting evidence Describe the source that supports this perspective (peer-reviewed source is best)

Paraphrase the source's ideas (no direct quotes, no plagiarism) followed by an in-text citation.

c. Explanation or analysis of evidence and how it relates to this perspective

d. Summarize perspective #1 argument/evidence

Question 5)PRO Position: Perspectives/Proponents in Favor

Perspective/proponent #2 (it's gonna be zoo owner)

a. Introduce and explain perspective thoroughly

b. Supporting evidence Describe the source that supports this perspective (peer-reviewed source is best)

Paraphrase the source's ideas (no direct quotes, no plagiarism) followed by an in-text citation.

c. Explanation or analysis of evidence and how it relates to this perspective

d. Summarize perspective #2 argument/evidence

Question 6) Concluding statement summarizing PRO Position and the 2 perspectives.

Question 7)CON Position: Proponents /Perspectives Against

Perspective/proponent #1 (it's gonna be zoologists)

a. Introduce and explain perspective thoroughly

b. Supporting evidence Describe the source that supports this perspective (peer-reviewed source is best)

Paraphrase the source's ideas (no direct quotes, no plagiarism) followed by an in-text citation.

c. Explanation or analysis of evidence and how it relates to this perspective

d. Summarize perspective #1 argument/evidence

Question 8) CON Position: Proponents /Perspectives Against

Perspective/proponent #2 (it's gonna be animal rights advocates)

a. Introduce and explain perspective thoroughly

b. Supporting evidence Describe the source that supports this perspective (peer-reviewed source is best)

Paraphrase the source's ideas (no direct quotes, no plagiarism) followed by an in-text citation.

c. Explanation or analysis of evidence and how it relates to this perspective

d. Summarize perspective #2 argument/evidence

Question 9)

Concluding statement summarizing CON Position and the 2 perspectives.

Question 10)

In this section, youll use critical evaluation skills-

Restate your thesis statement to remind the reader the purpose of your paper

Compare and contrast the major arguments on both the PRO and CON side of the issue

Discuss which position is more persuasive and why. Give your best argument, not your feelings. How would a lawyer make a closing argument?

Concluding sentence justifying which position (or combination of the positions) is supported best(against keeping dolphins captivated in zoos and aquariums).

Reference no: EM133483438

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