Question

In 150 words, write a paragraph in which you use a pathos-based argument to explain why a city-wide curfew for teenagers should or should not be instituted in your town.

Answer 1

City-wide curfew should not be instituted because this limits teenagers' activity and involvement in the outside world at night. Many teenagers would be upset with this curfew because they would not be allowed to ride bikes outside or hang out with their friends without getting into trouble. A curfew like this one would encourage teenagers to stay indoors on their phones instead of outside enjoying the night air. Teenagers have to stay in school most of the day from early morning hours to the early afternoon; many would be sad that they must miss out on outdoor time after taking their time to do their homework at home, study, and shower, because of a curfew. This might encourage sad students to give up these things they need, like studying or showering, just to be outside while they can. It could also encourage rebellious behavior in teenagers by making them want to be outside more because they know they can't be because of the curfew.