On your own, decide which side you agree with as of this moment.

Write down at least 3-5 reasons (can be bullet points.)

When I say go, find someone who has the same point-of-view.

When you find a partner, complete the following tasks after I give you instructions:
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Restate the argument (THESIS)

Answer the argument statement briefly on the first line
Cite Textual Evidence from the article
Explain or elaborate how this evidence supports the argument
Explain or elaborate even further
Summarize the overall idea of that section in a few words
Repeat for each A etc

8. Stop! When I say go, find a different partner that DOES NOT share the same
argument.
9. Discuss with your partner why someone might disagree with your thesis.
10.RESTATE the argument under the *Counter* section.
11.Next, cite textual evidence that supports your stronger answer and write
it on the correct line.
12.After that, explain and elaborate (2 lines). MAKE YOUR POINT VERY CLEAR!
13.Sum up this section with a few words that make your point very clear