Transforming basic questions into interesting research questions

Discuss and Reflect

Transform the following yes-or-no questions into inquiry-based research questions by writing questions that invite interesting, in-depth responses. After you provide an answer, click submit to save your work and to see a suggested answer to compare with your work. For your work to be shared with your instructor, you must submit answers for all six items.

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1. Should the U.S. offer zero-interest loans to college students to pay for their education?
Answers will vary, but one possible response might be How would the nation as a whole benefit from government-sponsored zero-interest loans for college tuition?

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Answers will vary, but one possible response might be How does raising the federal minimum wage strengthen local economies?

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Answers will vary, but one possible response might be How does the FDA’s treatment approval process help or hinder cancer treatment for the average patient?

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4. Should the U.S. ban genetically-modified seeds?
Answers will vary, but one possible response might be What risks are associated with farming genetically-modified seeds?

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Answers will vary, but one possible response might be When drafting policies regarding visible tattoos in the workplace, how can employers ensure that those policies respect employees’ constitutional rights?

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Answers will vary, but one possible response might be How does “productive struggle” help students develop critical thinking skills?