For this assignment you will compose a well-written and thoughtful short-essay of 500-750 words in length (2-3 pages). Select and answer one of the four questions provided.
Format & Expectations
State your thesis, the answer you want to defend using at least three well-supported reasons embodying logic, reason, and research. Give possible objections to your arguments, answer these objections and restate your conclusion.
Essays should include a Works Cited page following MLA Style.
Submission
Due: Sunday, by 11:55 p.m., ET
Questions:
- Give an argument for legalizing active euthanasia and an argument against it.
- Argue for or against the principle that a just society must provide equality of opportunity for those with the interest and talent.
- Clarify as much as possible Aristotle’s distinction between practical knowledge and theoretical knowledge. Argue for or against his view that the good or happiness comes from leading a contemplative life.
- How is the “greatest happiness principle” supposed to be useful in determining what I ought to do?
