Guns and Gun Control
Imagine you are a freelance reporter hired by an English newspaper. You are to research the topic "guns and gun control in America" and write an article for the Sunday paper.
1. Use the links below to gather information, facts and opinions.
2. While researching, think about possible angles for your article. What will be the main point in your article? What are you trying to tell your readers? Are you trying to persuade them of something?
3. Make a catchy headline - and make an outline for the article.
4. Write as much as you can.
Links:
The Second Amendment (Wikipedia) - Read a short explanation and debate outline here.
More background links in the box to your right.
Supporters of gun rights:
The National Rifle Association (NRA)
NRA - Institute for Legislative Action
Supporters of gun control:
Coalition to Stop Gun Violence
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Daniel Mauser's Family (Victim of School Shooting)