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Writing an Argumentative Essay about Space Travel

Question 7 • FL-1001080-M/J Language Arts 3 Advanced Q3 Teacher-Led Remediation

Which details provide evidence to support an argument against travel to Mars? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
Sending people to Mars for long periods would be very unsafe.
B
Radiation in space can cause health problems, including cancer.
C
Only humans can collect certain data on Mars.
D
It is an enormous challenge to get humans safely to Mars.
E
Travel to Mars will help people develop new technology.

Explanation

A, B, and D support an argument against traveling to Mars because they describe risks and difficulties. Long stays would be unsafe, space radiation can cause health problems such as cancer, and getting humans to Mars safely is an enormous challenge. C and E instead describe potential benefits of sending people.

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