With all the problems we face here on our own planet, there has been much debate over whether we should continue to explore outer space. Write an essay in which you take a position on whether or not we should continue to explore outer space. Your essay must be based on ideas and information that can be found in the “Space Exploration” passage set. Manage your time carefully so that you can
• Read the passages
• Plan your response
• Write your response
• Revise and edit your response

Be sure to
• Include a claim
• Address counterclaims
• Use evidence from multiple sources
• Avoid over-relying on one source