Essential Question
        Smoking among teenagers is rising. Although there is agreement that something
        must be done to stop the increase in smoking, there is little agreement about how
        to do that. You are part of a team of middle school students asked to recommend a
        plan of attack on this national health problem. Prepare a persuasive presentation
        that lays out your recommendations based on your research and your knowledge of
        how teenagers can be influenced.
           
        Smaller Questions
        How many teens smoke?
        What is the rate of increase yearly?
        Has the increase been steady?
        What are the health risks to teens?
        How much do cigarettes cost?
        Where do teens get cigarettes?
        Are there successful programs that we could learn from?

    Characteristics of Essential Questions
        cannot be answered with statements of fact
        big questions often dealing with real life situations
        no right or wrong answer as long as answer is based on research and can be justified
        often debatable