For all of my young authors, if you would like to write an article on Your Zone, here are a few topics to spark your imagination: If you found a topic that you like, email me at: mr.jabrin@gmail.com
1. The inventor and statesman Benjamin Franklin said, “Money
never made a man happy yet, nor will it. There is nothing in
its nature to produce happiness.” Do you agree with this
statement? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and
examples to support your position.
2. The writer Thomas Mann said, “War is only a cowardly escape
from the problems of peace.” Do you agree with this claim? Why
or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your
answer.
3. Woodrow Wilson once said, “Friendship is the only cement that
will hold the world together.” Do you agree? Use specific reasons
and examples to explain your answer.
4. Many students complain about having to learn history. Why do we
need knowledge of the past? Write an essay convincing skeptics
that learning about the past is important.
5. Should a parent be a child’s disciplinarian, or a child’s best friend?
Take a position and explain your answer using specific reasons and
examples.
6. Many people feel that the use of surveillance cameras in
public places, such as parking lots, is a good idea that can help
ensure our safety. Others worry that too many cameras
violate our right to privacy and give law enforcement officials
too much power. In your opinion, should we install more
surveillance cameras in public places? Why or why not?
Support your position with specific reasons and examples.
7. In our increasingly global society, many people feel that all
students should be required to learn a foreign language before
graduating from high school. Do you agree? Why or why not?
Explain your position using specific reasons and examples.
8. Who makes a better leader: someone who is loved, or someone
who is feared? Take a position and explain your answer.
9. If an alumnus donated a large sum of money to your school, how
do you think that money should be spent? Write an essay
convincing school officials to allocate the money in the way you
think is best for the school.
10. It has often been said, “Ignorance is bliss,” and “What you don’t
know won’t hurt you.” Do you agree with these statements? Why
or why not?
Good Luck!
