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  1. Should alternative energies be given priority over fossil-fuel energies? Why or why not?
  2. Consider the pros and cons of individual alternative energies including nuclear, solar, wind, and others. Which are best to use? Explain your answers.
  3. Compare and contrast nuclear energy to renewable energies. Which do you think should be used? Explain your answer.
  4. What questions do you have after reading the debate above? Where might you find answers?
  5. What was the most interesting thing you learned from this debate?
  6. Consider how you felt about the issue before reading this article. After reading the pros and cons on this topic, has your thinking changed? How and why? If your thoughts have not changed, explain how and why you better understand the other side of the debate.
  7. Push for the position and policies you support by writing local officials, U.S. senators and representatives, or other people in a position to make the change you champion.

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