I. What is the author’s claim?
Les Schobert’s claim is that elephants should no longer be captivated in Zoos because it affects their quality of life and life expectancy.
II. What is the author’s main reason he gives to support his claim?
Schobert’s main reason to support his claim is that elephants are suffering from “foot and joint diseases” (Schobert 8) while they are in small spaces which are affecting their life.
III. What is the warrant?
Elephants should be kept on spaces “of at least 2 square miles -- 1,280 acres” that allows them to meet their “physical and socials needs.”
IV. Is there a rebuttal?
Yes, Schobert offers a rebuttal in paragraph seven when he writes “But attitudes at other zoos remain entrenched. To justify
Les Schobert’s claim is that elephants should no longer be captivated in Zoos because it affects their quality of life and life expectancy.
II. What is the author’s main reason he gives to support his claim?
Schobert’s main reason to support his claim is that elephants are suffering from “foot and joint diseases” (Schobert 8) while they are in small spaces which are affecting their life.
III. What is the warrant?
Elephants should be kept on spaces “of at least 2 square miles -- 1,280 acres” that allows them to meet their “physical and socials needs.”
IV. Is there a rebuttal?
Yes, Schobert offers a rebuttal in paragraph seven when he writes “But attitudes at other zoos remain entrenched. To justify