Problem Solving

In reaching a decision, you used the thinking skill of PROBLEM SOLVING.

This means:

identifying the problem
considering the options
weighing the pros and cons of each option
reaching a decision

What do you usually do when you have a problem or dilemma to solve? Do you follow the steps above? Explain.

Think of a problem you have solved and tell you partner. Were there any additional steps that you used to reach your decision?

Helpful Vocabulary

advantage / disadvantage

alternative

cause

choice

choose

conflict

deal with

difficult

difficulty

dilemma

handle / have / pose a problem

make a decision

option

personal / serious problem

problematic

problems arise

pros / cons

resolve

settle the matter

similarity

solution

solve

weighing possibilities

What is the speaker's dilemma in the poem and how does he solve it? Complete the graphic organizer below. Use the thinking skill of Problem Solving to help you.

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