Daily News Article - January 6, 2020
1. The first paragraph of a news article should answer the questions who, what, where and when. (In this article, 1st and 2nd paragraphs). List the who, what, where and when of this news item. (NOTE: The remainder of a news article provides details on the why and/or how.)
2. What does SynDaver make?
3. a) How is the SynFrog designed? (What is it designed to do?) Be specific.
b) Why is it a better learning tool than the real frogs currently used in schools?
4. What materials are used to make the SynFrog?
5. a) What is the difference in cost to the school between a real frog and a SynFrog?
b) PETA gave the school the money for the SynFrogs. Do you think the benefits of the SynFrog outweigh the cost to schools/taxpayers for those who wouldn’t have them donated? Explain your answer.
c) SynDaver has also developed synthetic animals as well as cadavers for use in college medical programs. Are there any drawbacks or should these be used despite the much higher cost? (Who should pay the extra amount to purchase SynDaver products?) Explain your answer.