Part #4
Viewpoints
In this part, you will read an article expressing different opinions and a related comment or response. The goal is to differentiate between viewpoints, understand the relationships among them, and analyze how they are supported.
1. The debate over making computer programming classes mandatory in middle schools versus maintaining traditional elective-based technology education
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2. The debate over requiring new apartment buildings to include indoor winter gardens versus maintaining traditional building designs in Canadian cities
3. The debate over requiring farmers' markets to accept digital payment methods versus maintaining traditional cash-only transactions in small-town communities
4. The debate over requiring city parks to designate specific areas for off-leash dog activities versus maintaining traditional leash-only policies
5. The debate over requiring public schools to establish comprehensive after-school arts and sports programs versus maintaining partnerships with private community organizations
6. The debate over requiring restaurants to participate in local food recovery programs for homeless shelters versus allowing voluntary food donation practices
7. The debate over requiring neighborhood libraries to create dedicated gaming zones for teens versus maintaining traditional quiet study spaces
8. The debate over requiring local schools to establish specialized music therapy programs for students with learning disabilities versus maintaining traditional special education support services
9. The debate over requiring urban neighborhoods to establish community gardens on vacant lots versus preserving open spaces for future development projects.
10. The debate over requiring neighborhood coffee shops to dedicate space for community workstations versus maintaining traditional casual seating arrangements
11. The debate over requiring new residential buildings to include soundproof music practice spaces versus preserving community libraries' traditional quiet reading rooms
12. The debate over requiring taxi companies to convert their entire fleet to electric vehicles versus maintaining a mix of conventional and electric vehicles
13. The debate over requiring public transit systems to provide free rides for seniors during off-peak hours versus maintaining standard fare rates for all passengers
14. The debate over requiring local schools to replace traditional desks with standing or flexible seating options versus maintaining conventional classroom furniture
15. The debate over requiring high schools to incorporate life skills courses (budgeting, taxes, basic home maintenance) versus maintaining traditional academic-focused curriculum
16. The debate over requiring neighborhood convenience stores to reserve shelf space for Indigenous-made products versus maintaining traditional stock selection policies
17. The debate over requiring local restaurants to display ingredient sourcing information versus maintaining traditional menu descriptions
18. The debate over requiring local fitness centers to offer specialized programs for individuals with disabilities versus maintaining standard gym services
19. The debate over requiring grocery stores to donate surplus food to community fridges versus maintaining traditional food waste disposal practices
20. The debate over requiring local restaurants to prioritize food waste reduction through portion control versus maintaining traditional serving sizes
21. The debate over requiring local food banks to prioritize fresh produce distribution versus maintaining traditional non-perishable food donations
22. The debate over requiring healthcare facilities to provide culturally specific dietary options versus maintaining standardized hospital meal services
23. The debate over requiring public schools to adopt a bilingual Indigenous language immersion program versus maintaining traditional French-English bilingual education
24. The debate over requiring schools to offer daily outdoor learning sessions versus maintaining traditional indoor classroom instruction
25. The debate over requiring local schools to establish nature-based outdoor classrooms versus maintaining traditional indoor learning environments
26. The debate over requiring new residential developments to include soundproof music practice rooms versus maintaining traditional community center music facilities
27. The debate over requiring public libraries to host weekly multilingual storytelling sessions versus maintaining English-only children's programs
28. The debate over requiring public libraries to host weekly multilingual storytelling sessions versus maintaining English-only children's programs
29. The debate over requiring restaurants to serve a minimum percentage of authentic regional Canadian dishes versus allowing complete menu freedom
30. The debate over requiring public schools to teach sign language alongside spoken languages versus maintaining traditional foreign language programs only
31. The debate over requiring apartment buildings to create communal vegetable gardens versus maintaining traditional recreational amenities like gyms and pools
32. The debate over requiring restaurants to include plant-forward dishes on children's menus versus maintaining traditional kid-friendly options
33. The debate over establishing mandatory Indigenous-owned business quota in shopping malls versus maintaining open tenant selection policies
34. The debate over requiring public schools to offer after-school arts programs versus maintaining focus on traditional academic tutoring services
35. The debate over requiring public schools to provide in-school mental health counselors versus maintaining external referral partnerships with community clinics
36. The debate over requiring community centers to provide free technology workshops for seniors versus maintaining paid membership-based computer training programs
37. The debate over allowing urban communities to establish private backyard chicken coops versus maintaining traditional livestock-free residential zoning
38. The debate over requiring municipalities to establish year-round indoor sports facilities for youth versus maintaining seasonal outdoor recreational spaces
39. The debate over requiring all city restaurants to offer plant-based alternatives versus maintaining traditional menu autonomy
40. The debate over requiring community recreation centers to prioritize senior fitness programs versus maintaining all-age general fitness facilities
41. The debate over requiring community centers to prioritize intergenerational programs versus maintaining age-segregated activities
42. The debate over implementing neighborhood-based community safety patrols versus relying on traditional police surveillance in residential areas
43. The debate over implementing neighborhood-based childcare co-ops versus supporting traditional daycare centers in residential communities
44. The debate over implementing mandatory Indigenous history education for all public servants versus maintaining optional cultural awareness training programs
45. The debate over converting historic industrial buildings into arts and cultural centers versus preserving them as industrial heritage museums
46. The debate over requiring public libraries to offer digital device lending services versus maintaining traditional book-only collections
47. The debate over requiring pet owners to register their pets for a city-wide DNA database versus maintaining traditional identification methods
48. The debate over establishing year-round farmers markets in indoor facilities versus maintaining seasonal outdoor markets in Canadian communities
49. The debate over requiring grocery stores to create separate sections for locally-sourced produce versus maintaining integrated produce displays
50. The debate over requiring public transit systems to install contactless payment systems exclusively versus maintaining traditional cash and card payment options
51. The debate over requiring schools to incorporate mindfulness meditation sessions versus maintaining traditional disciplinary approaches for managing student behavior
52. The debate over converting abandoned railway tracks into community bike paths versus preserving them for potential future rail service
53. The debate over requiring public schools to provide universal free breakfast programs versus maintaining traditional pay-for-meal systems
54. The debate over requiring community libraries to allocate dedicated spaces for teenage-only social activities versus maintaining traditional quiet study areas
55. The debate over requiring schools to offer stress management workshops versus maintaining traditional academic support services
56. The debate over requiring residential buildings to install solar panels versus maintaining traditional electricity systems
57. The debate over requiring schools to provide vegetarian and vegan meal options versus maintaining traditional cafeteria menus
58. The debate over converting vacant office buildings into vertical farms versus maintaining them for traditional commercial use
59. The debate over requiring schools to teach traditional indigenous languages versus maintaining standard foreign language curriculums
60. The debate over mandating urban buildings to install vertical gardens versus maintaining traditional facade designs
61. The debate over requiring local businesses to hire a minimum percentage of employees from the immediate neighborhood versus maintaining open hiring practices
62. The debate over requiring grocery stores to donate unsold but edible food to local food banks versus allowing stores to dispose of surplus food
63. The debate over implementing a lottery-based system versus academic merit for admission to specialized public high school programs
64. The debate over implementing seasonal outdoor fitness equipment in public parks versus investing in traditional indoor recreation centers
65. The debate over establishing community-based mental health crisis response teams versus traditional police response for mental health emergencies
66. The debate over requiring home-based businesses to obtain special permits versus maintaining current residential zoning regulations
67. The debate over requiring small businesses to provide paid parental leave versus maintaining current voluntary leave policies
68. The debate over implementing mandatory winter tire regulations versus maintaining driver choice in Canadian provinces
69. The debate over implementing a "rent-to-own" housing program versus traditional rental agreements in urban neighborhoods
70. The debate over making swimming lessons mandatory in public schools versus maintaining optional water safety education
71. The debate over establishing community-based renewable energy cooperatives versus maintaining traditional utility company services
72. The debate over implementing mandatory financial literacy courses in high schools versus maintaining traditional elective-based personal finance education
73. The debate over creating pedestrian-only shopping streets versus maintaining traditional mixed-traffic retail areas
74. The debate over requiring mental health support programs in workplaces versus maintaining traditional employee assistance services
75. The debate over introducing mandatory digital literacy courses for senior citizens versus maintaining voluntary technology education programs
76. The debate over implementing a city-wide ban on single-use plastics versus maintaining current recycling programs
77. The debate over requiring restaurants to display calorie counts on menus versus maintaining traditional menu formats
78. The debate over establishing urban rooftop gardens on all new commercial buildings versus maintaining traditional building designs
79. The debate over implementing a car-free zone in city centers versus maintaining current vehicle access policies
80. The debate over converting empty office buildings into mixed-use community centers versus maintaining them as traditional workspaces
81. The debate over converting empty shopping malls into affordable housing complexes versus maintaining retail spaces for future commercial development
82. The debate over introducing a mandatory composting program versus maintaining voluntary participation in residential waste management
83. The debate over allowing food trucks versus protecting traditional restaurants in downtown business districts
84. The debate over expanding public transportation versus building more parking facilities in suburban areas
85. The debate over restricting short-term vacation rentals in residential neighborhoods to protect local housing availability
86. The debate over introducing mandatory community service hours for high school graduation requirements
87. The debate over implementing a four-day work week in Canadian companies
88. The Debate Over Mandatory Financial Literacy Classes in High Schools
89. The Debate Over Intergenerational Co-Housing: Social Innovation or Impractical Idea?
90. The Debate Over Floating Cities: Innovative Solution or Environmental Threat?
91. The Debate Over Holographic Performers: Innovative Entertainment or Ethical Dilemma?
92. The Rise of Rooftop Beekeeping: Urban Ecology or Safety Hazard?
93. The Debate Over Tiny Houses: Sustainable Living or Impractical Trend?
94. The Controversy of Personalized Pricing: Fair Business or Digital Discrimination?
95. The Debate Over Mindfulness Meditation in Corporate Settings
96. The Debate Over Bilingual Education: Beneficial or Burdensome?
97. The Controversy of Facial Recognition in Public Spaces
98. The Rise of Slow Fashion: Sustainability vs. Fast Trends
99. The Debate Over Mandatory Naps in the Workplace
100. The Digital Detox Movement: Unplugging for Mental Health
101. The Ethics of Gene Editing: Medical Breakthrough or Playing God?
102. The Rise of Insect-Based Cuisine: Sustainable Protein or Culinary Fad?
103. The Debate Over Homework: Beneficial or Burdensome?
104. The Debate Over Mandatory Volunteering in High Schools
105. The Resurgence of Vinyl: Nostalgia or Superior Sound?
106. The Controversy of AI-Generated Art in the Creative Industry
107. The Rise of Vertical Forests: Greening Urban Spaces
108. Remote Work Revolution: Reshaping Office Culture
109. Urban Farming: A Solution to Food Deserts?
110. French Class Combats ADHD and Obesity with Fitness