7th+Grade+Writing+Test

Testing Time: During Science Class
 __Content-Specific Science Writing Test Prompt__ Oscar Pistorius is a sprinter who has both legs removed. However, he uses carbon-fiber, prosthetic (artificial) feet that allow him to continue running. Unfortunately, the International Association of Athletics Federation (or IAAF) has ruled that Pistorius can not compete in the Track and Field events in the Olympics. Your Task: Research carbon-fiber prosthetic (artificial) feet. Based on your research, prepare a report to compare Pistorius to the other sprinters. Be sure to include the following information: Your report should not be more than 700 typed words.
 * Explain why the IAAF made their ruling
 * Explain the advantages and/or disadvantages Oscar Pistorius would have over the other sprinters who rely totally on the human body to compete, and
 * Explain whether you agree with the IAAF ruling.

Click on the links below to begin your research. Be sure to take lots of notes. You can prewrite anytime you feel ready.  [|Video] [|Blade Runner] [|Prosthetic-limbed Runner Disqualified from Olympics] [|The Supremacy of Artificial Limbs] [|Science Daily]