1 What makes protests effective? What is the difference between well-attended futile demonstrations and demonstrations that can lead to real change?
2 Research and read information about the “conversation” surrounding this topic.
3 Explain the argument or viewpoints of the issue.
a Who believes protests are effective? Who thinks they are not?
b What do people (your source) say about demonstrations bringing about real change?
i Do some think they can?
ii Do some think they can’t?
4 You are not taking a side yet. You are simply explaining the issue and various viewpoints about the issue.
Your goal is to explain the various perspectives regarding this topic. Read and research to understand the “conversation” around the issue. To do this well, you must keep an open mind and seriously consider every view and opinion.
You are expected to read your sources carefully, and to understand them thoroughly, so that you can integrate material from them into your essay in a thoughtful, logical manner.
