Web Quests

Argument is a form of rational persuasion. The language of argument attempts to prove a particular point by using logic or evidence.

Writing that uses the language of argument includes legal documents, scientific and medical journals, and newspaper reports.

You will look at the arguments about Irish Historic Houses - including  government reports and newspaper articles. 

You are special research group commissioned to look at arguements for and against saving, restoring and maintaining Irish historic houses. 

You will quickly read and assess the articles you have been linked to in the resources section and then conduct further research online. 

You will put together a 5 minute presentation and a handout that explain the language of argument and give the main arguments for and against preserving historic houses. 

You need to work as a team! Decide how you will conduct your research - as one group or working in smaller groups to assemble the handout and the presentation. 

Think of a team name. It could be 'Team Argument'?! And a team leader who will be your spokesperson for the afternoon when you need to talk to the rest of the class. 

History on a Plate - Read about Fota and how it is run

Farmleigh Costs €8,000 per day!

And it soon might be empty!

Big Houses during the War of Independence

Now - use the articles you have been linked to to create your presentation and handout. Remember, you need to explain what the language of argument is and what you are arguing for.