Here's a definition: webtraining.umassd.edu/g_afrank/Pages/glossary.htm
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&a...esis+statement
You have to decide what your position is on each. With number one, do you think this is a good idea or a bad one? Once you have decided this, then you can make your statement.
EG
Refusal to admit hospital patients without health insurance to avoid incurring unrecoverable expenses is inhumane and goes against the duty of the medical profession towards those in need of care.
(Negative)
Refusal to admit hospital patients without health insurance to avoid incurring unrecoverable expenses is a harsh but necessary decision that is required to ensure the financial stability of a hospital.
(Positive)
Decide what you think about each situation and express your views of the facts.
