This essay offers a well-argued perspective against the implementation of school uniforms in public high schools in North America. The three main points made are that school uniforms do not improve school activities, restrict freedom of expression, and are unaffordable for some families. The essay provides ample evidence in the form of research studies and expert opinions to support these points. It is a well-written, persuasive essay that makes a strong case against school uniforms.
In 2007 juvenile courts all over the country handled 4,500 criminal homicides. We are told that kids murder because they grew up in poverty; however, poverty doesn’t cause crime, crime causes poverty. Juveniles, commit crimes because they choose to do so. They must be held accountable for their actions. If a teen is capable of pulling a gun on someone and know what they are doing, they should be able to endure the consequences. Some people think the death penalty for teens is wrong and they should get a second chance, but why give teens another shot that are committing the same crimes as other people older that them? Some people say “I don’t think kids should be executed because the are molded by the
The essay “The Impact of Social Media on Our Lives” discusses the various ways in which social media has impacted our psychology and social lives. The author argues that social media has had a negative impact on our social lives, as we are now more reliant on technology to communicate, rather than interacting face-to-face. Additionally, the author argues that social media has had a negative impact on our emotional intelligence, as we are now less capable of reading non-verbal cues. Furthermore, the author argues that social media has had a negative impact on our ability to focus, as we are now constantly distracted by notifications from our various social media accounts.
