Hey guys, my English teacher has me stumped with an interesting assignment. We have to write an argumentative essay, but it has to be about issues that relates specifically to teenagers. I want to avoid clichés. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Hey there! The first step is to identify an issue that bares well with our age group. Here are a few unique topics you might want to consider:
1. Tiered Voting Age: This would argue for a system where teenagers are able to vote on issues specifically related to them, such as education policy or child/adolescent mental health resources.
2. Social Media Regulation: Teenagers are the largest group impacted by social media. You can analyze whether there should be increased regulations (e.g., privacy, targeted ads) specific to teenage users.
3. Gap Year Mandate: By arguing that taking a gap year should be a required part of the high school curriculum, you could explore its potential impacts on personal growth, career choices, and overall readiness for college or workforce.
4. Skills-Based Education: An argument for more practical skills-based subjects (e.g., financial literacy, basic first aid) in high school curriculum over traditional academic subjects.
These topics take traditional issues facing teens and add a layer of complexity that can make your argument stand out. Good luck with your essay!
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