Pros & Cons of Controversial Issues

Assignment 4

Must write 4-7 sentences per question.

Q1 :

· Select one of the topics from  Pros & Cons of Controversial Issues , state your position on the issue, and identify three premises (reasons) listed under the “pro” or “con” section, whichever section opposes your position.

· For the three premises (reasons) that oppose your position on the issue, answer these “believing” questions suggested by Elbow:

. What’s interesting or helpful in this view?

. What would I notice if I believed this view?

. In what sense or under what conditions might this idea be true?

Q2:

· Use the Internet  to research for an example of an enthymeme in the media. You may find an op-ed, political piece, advertising, et cetera.

· Identify the implied premise in the enthymeme.

. Why did you choose this example?

Q3:

Please respond to the following:

· Watch the following video and discuss what you consider to be the two most important pieces of advice Mr. Johnson offers to budding entrepreneurs.

. Robert L. Johnson, Former Owner, BET, and Chairman of RLJ Companies .