Simple Question:
Is it right for scientists to create new life forms?
This question
merely asks for an opinion, and the writer is free to take it in whatever
direction s/he chooses. It could take the form of just stating an opinion
without any back-up in facts, just personal opinions, stated for no other
reason than to analyze them personally and structure that analysis in a way
that the reader determines is effective. No research is needed. Once the
writer’s thoughts are organized, then it could become a persuasive piece, where
the writer could consider other points of view and counter them. At this point
moderate research could be introduced, or the student could just guess what
other people might think, or use anecdotal content. This could be a good
introduction to writing strategies for early writers.
Complex Question:
What is the effect on the environment from global warming?
This is basically a
scientific research paper, and would require some preliminary research before
even developing a thesis. The writer would have to gather a large amount of
data to support whatever thesis was developed, analyze it for relevance, and
then filter the topic down into a reasonable form to write about – it is an
extensive topic that could take many directions in discourse. This question could also lend itself to a
persuasive essay, which would require research into points and counter points,
again requiring advanced writing skills. However, the topic could be revised to
be used with less experienced writers by providing some structural form at the
outset. For example, “What are three effects of global warming?” with
instructions to write a paragraph (or page) about each.
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