‘Argument Essay
4. The media commonly measure and present public opinion. Develop an
argument that explains whether public opinion polling has a positive or
negative effect on American democracy.
‘Useatleastone piece of evidence from one ofthe following foundational
documents:
«+ Federalist No. 10
+ Declaration of Independence
« The US. Constitution
In your response, you should do the following:
«« Respond to the prompt with a defensible claim or thesis that
establishes a line of reasoning
«+ Support your claim or thesis with at east TWO pieces of specific and
relevant evidence:
«+ One piece of evidence must come from one of the foundational
documents listed above.
+ A second piece of evidence can come from any other
foundational document not used as your first piece of
evidence, or it may be from your knowledge of course
concepts.
«Use reasoning to explain why your evidence supports your claim or
thesis.
« Respond to an opposing or alternative perspective using refutation,
concession, or rebuttal.
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