Write a four-page double-spaced paper on the theories of moral status. Please include the following
section headings in your paper:
1. Introduction
2. Explanation
3. Objections
4. Responses
In the introduction, briefly state which theory of moral status you are defending and why you think it is
superior. For example, “In this paper, I will argue that the sentience theory of moral status is superior
because… [state reasons here].” You can combine several theories or have a tiered theory. As in, the
sentience view and the human properties view, or some other combination.
In the explanation section, in just a few sentences, briefly explain the theory of moral status you are
defending.
In the objections section, name several of the strongest objections to your theory. These can be
objections from the perspective of rival theories, or general objections raised against the theory you
defend.
In the response section, offer responses to these objections.
The first two sections will be quite short. The main work of the paper should be considering objections
and offering responses to them
