An argumentative topic

Your task: Choose a topic, explain the arguments being made about this issue, and then make a well-reasoned argument of your own. This essay will count
as a test grade.

Choose one of the following topics:

1. (death penalty): “The death penalty serves as a fair punishment and a strong deterrent because…“
2. (death penalty): “The death penalty is a dangerous, cruel, and unusual punishment because…“
3. (juvenile punishment): “Serious juvenile offenders should be treated as adults and deserve more punishment. because…”
4. (juvenile punishment): “Serious juvenile offenders should be treated as juveniles and deserve more rehabilitation because…”

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