Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Homework - Points Of View

Choose one of the following statements and then write 200-250 words saying whether or not you agree with it.   Your opinion piece (not an essay) can be formal or informal, and must include reasons and/or examples as to why you have taken your particular stance.



* Making mistakes in English is okay as long as people understand you.
* My friends should come from the same social background as I do.
* It is impossible to have a happy family life and a successful career.
* War is not an option for solving international disputes.
* Multinational global corporations are to blame for most problems in the world today.
* Women will never be equal to men in the workplace.
* Marriage is outdated.  There is no need for state or church approval or recognition of a partnership.
* Gay marriage is wrong.
* The death penalty is acceptable in some cases.
* Celebrities earn too much money.
* Foreigners should not be allowed to vote.
* The government is responsible for making sure that all citizens of a country have at least a minimum living wage job.
* Quality of life will greatly improve in the future.
* Teachers give too much homework.
* Military service should be obligatory.

It is to be typed and printed, and is due on December 6th.

1 comment:

  1. Dude, I don't have ur email adress so I'm writing here. I am gonna skip ur classes, coz have to pinch-hit my colleague at work. It's really busy week for me. I'll sent you this piece of opinion on ur email today till 12pm. Pass me this email, please. short hair kris

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