Ideas for 100 essay questions Technology and Society

Ethics and Morality: 
34. Animal testing for scientific purposes is necessary. To what extent do you agree or 
disagree? 
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Agree: medical advancements and drug safety, potential to save human 
lives, ethical consideration of balancing human and animal interests 
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Disagree: animal welfare and ethics, development of alternative research 
methods, unreliable extrapolation to humans 
35. Cloning and genetic engineering. Discuss the ethical implications. 
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Advantages of cloning and genetic engineering: potential medical 
breakthroughs, disease prevention, agricultural improvements 
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Ethical concerns: violation of natural order, unknown long-term 
consequences, unequal access to genetic enhancements 
36. Capital punishment vs. life imprisonment. Discuss the ethical considerations. 
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Arguments for capital punishment: retribution and justice, deterrence, 
closure for victims' families 
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Arguments against capital punishment: right to life, potential for wrongful 
convictions, rehabilitation and second chances 
37. Genetic modification of crops. Discuss the benefits and concerns. 
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Benefits of genetic modification: increased crop yield and resistance, food 
security, reduction in pesticide use 
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Concerns about genetic modification: environmental impact, corporate 
control over food supply, long-term health effects 
38. The influence of media violence on society. To what extent do you agree or 
disagree? 
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Agree: desensitization to violence, aggression and behavioral changes, 
impact on vulnerable populations (e.g., children) 
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Disagree: individual responsibility and agency, other factors contributing to 
violence (e.g., socioeconomic conditions, mental health) 
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