Once you have chosen your topic you can begin your research.

Open your writer's notebook and complete 2.1 Arguments For & Against. Use the chart as you complete your research. Be sure to keep track of the websites and texts you use as you will be required to submit a bibliography.

Research your issue using a variety of sources, such as the Internet, newspapers, books, and magazines. You might even interview people who are involved or affected to hear their side of the story. Look for information that can be proven (facts rather than opinions) as it is most persuasive.

Be sure to include notes/information that will allow you to create three or more arguments that support your opinion and at least one counter-argument that opposes it.