Complete Short Writing Discussion

Complete Short Writing Discussion

Read Richard Hayes “Supersize Your Child?” in the Student Lounge or at the following URL: http://www.alternet.org/story/17859/supersize_your_child

Kindly answer the following:

1. In the essay, how does Hayes appeal to his readers’ need to feel secure? Is this approach effective and if so, why?

2. What types of support does Hayes offer to back up his opinion? How convincing do you find his support to be?

3. Explain who should set limits on genetic engineering. Give at least two reasons to support your viewpoint.

4. In what direction do you foresee genetic engineering going in the near future?