Question

Which of the following ideas are suggested in both "Ban the Ban!" and "Soda's a Problem but . . ."? Choose two options.

A.

The government should be more eager to get involved in people's choices.

B.

Taking away the option of purchasing a certain size soda is not right or legal.

C.

Obesity, along with soda's contribution to it, needs to be addressed by legal action.

D.

People have no control when given the option to consume sugar, especially sugary drinks.

E.

Placing a ban on smoking in public places is understandable because it poses a danger.

F.

Schools and government offices should not sell soda or junk food to students or employees.

Answer 1

Based on the ideas suggested in both "Ban the Ban!" and "Soda's a Problem but . . .", the two options that are likely to be agreed upon in both texts are:

B. Taking away the option of purchasing a certain size soda is not right or legal.

C. Obesity, along with soda's contribution to it, needs to be addressed by legal action.

These options reflect a discussion on personal choice and legality as well as the public health implications of soda consumption.