8th Gr Qtr 2 Writing Assessment 2020-2021

As you may have read during the recent election, there is a debate raging over climate change. Some politicians and scientists believe that the earth is in danger due to climate changes, while others argue that climate change is not real and is, in fact, a part of the earth’s natural cycle of change.

Is climate change a real danger or simply a result of naturally occurring events? Read the two articles provided and write an essay arguing your position on climate change. Cite evidence from the articles to support the claim made in your argument.

Manage your time carefully so that you can:
· Read the passages;
· Plan your response;
· Write your response; and
· Revise and edit your response.

Be sure to:
· Use evidence from multiple sources;
· Avoid overly relying on one source; and
· Write your response in the form of a multi-paragraph essay.