Imagine that you are assigned a four- to five-page essay that is due in three weeks. The teacher hands you the following writing
prompt to guide your assignment: "Scientists have successfully cloned animals, such as Dolly the sheep. Some people hope that cloning techniques will be used to clone humans someday, while others strongly oppose this use of technology. What is your position on cloning humans? Write a persuasive essay articulating your position on the cloning of humans. Use specific examples and details to support your views."
Evaluate your research question for this imagined research project. Answer the following questions: What information do you need to research in order to answer this question? What sources will have this information? Will you be able to research this question and address the answer in a research paper within a reasonable timeframe?
In order to answer the question, I will need to research cloning. More specifically what does it really mean to clone something, is it as simple as taking a blood sample? I would want to research the scientific benefits of having a clone. Also, are there any legal issues. If my clone commits a crime am I liable for it? The sources that would contain much of my information would be Scientific journals. I would be able to research the question and address the answer within a reasonable timeframe.
