Jennifer begins to wonder whether her view of astrology is reasonable. Here is her view:
“I think astrology is a good guide to everyday living. Newspapers, magazines, radio and television treat it seriously. Many well-known, educated people use it to make decisions.”
a)You are required to help Jennifer to evaluate and write down the reasoning either to support her view.
b) Get the editorial page of your favourite newspaper* and list the issue, conclusion, and reasonsgiven for each editorial.
Use the following format:
i) The issue (question) is:
ii) The conclusion of this writer is:
iii) The reason he/she gives is:
i) Was the writer clear about the reasons given for the conclusion?
ii) Were there other reasons that could have been included in the argument?
iii) Did the writer express any understanding for an opposing viewpoint? If so, how? If not, you articulate an opposing viewpoint for the editorial?
iv) Were you convinced by the editorial? Why or Why not?
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b) Gea
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