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5 Say No to Dissection

Get Ready

Do you have to dissect animals at school? What are the

pros and cons of animal dissections at schools?

e.g. Yes, I do. I have to dissect earthworms in class. I
think it’s good because you can learn a lot about

animals’ bodies by studying their organs. / No, I
don’t. I don’t think it’s a bad thing, but dissecting

animals can make some students feel uncomfortable.

BIG IDEA

A student refused to dissect an animal at school. She

then protested and got her school to change its policy.

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