Students will read the article "Trouble on the Field" at their current Lexile level and write a paragraph answering the following prompt: Write an argumentative paragraph arguing that Rhode Island lawmakers should OR should not approve Senator Tassoni's proposed legislation?

Be sure to:

1. Include a claim where you choose a side and explain your main reasons for whether or not lawmakers should OR should not approve Senator Tassoni's proposed legislation. 2 points

2. Include a counterclaim. 2 points

3. Include two pieces of evidence. 2 points

4. Include two pieces of commentary. 2 points

5. Include a restatement of your claim. 2 points