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Question
Discuss the following in groups of two pairs, each pair in a group taking opposite points of view.
Advanced technology gives us conclusive evidence of past events.
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Solution
(Such questions are to be done by the students on their own. However, pointers have been provided for the students' help.)
For:
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With advanced technology such as CT scan, it is possible to solve medical mysteries related to deaths.
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It is possible to create a 3-D view of the various body parts.
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It provides intricate details through forensics, radiology, and anatomy.
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It helps find new clues related to life and death.
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It provides data for forensic reconstruction.
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Technology such as satellite imaging helps find buried sites.
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The date and time of an event can be confirmed through advanced technology.
Against:
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No use of gathering facts about the past.
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It’s important to focus on the present issues and events rather than investigating the past.
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Even with the help of a CT scan, no conclusive evidence could be constructed about Tut.
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