Writing Assignment: Argument Paper

Possible Argumentative Essay Topics
Select from the topics below.
While not all statements are in the form of a question, you can use the stem to pick a side. Pick ONE side and argument for the side that you have chosen.

What can we do to help with domestic violence?
Is the Internet dangerous?

Should animals be used for scientific research?

Should all public smoking be banned?

Should drivers not be permitted to use cell phones?

Should restrictions be placed on the use of cell phones in locations such as restaurants and theaters?

Death penalty should be abolished.
The “right to die” is not murder.

Should the rain forests destruction be prohibited?

Should there be unisex classes instead of mixed classes?

Should sex education increase in public schools to curb problems such as teen pregnancy, abortion, or STD?

All people should become vegetarians for their health and for the welfare of animals.
Students in America are not grateful for their education and take it very lightly.
Assisted suicide is not a crime.
Animals have rights.

Do we need prisons, or is there a better way to control crime?
Should the death penalty be mandatory for all murderers, or just for those who

manage to kill people even when staying in a prison?

Is plastic surgeries a way to become more beautiful, or just someone’s unhealthy idea?

Was the “sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll” era significant, or not?

Prove that blondes are actually smart.

Dieting is an obsession, and many who diet do not succeed.
Support or don’t support President Obama’s political stand on one issue.

Is global climate change man-made?

Is our election process fair?

Is torture ever acceptable?

Should men get paternity leave from work?

Is a lottery a good idea?

Do curfews keep teens out of trouble?

Are law enforcement cameras an invasion of privacy?

Is child behavior better or worse than it was years ago?

Do violent video games cause behavior problems?

Are beauty pageants exploitive?

When should parents let teens make their own decisions?

Does age matter in relationships?

What age is appropriate for dating?

Does boredom lead to trouble?

Does religion cause war?

What should be done about girls being mean to one another?

What should be done about bullying?

Is homework harmful or helpful? What are the limits involved?