Human Organs - Bellwork:Discuss the following question with your group:Should people be allowed to sell their organs (kidney, liver, etc.) for money? Explain your answer.

VocabularyShortage: Occurs when more people want something than there is available (quantity demanded is greater than quantity supplied).

Incentive: A reason to do something.

Commodity: A raw material or agricultural product (EX: Oil, Wheat, Coffee Beans).

VocabularyInadequate: Lacking the quality or amount required.

Unscrupulous: Having no morals. Not honest or fair.

Rebuttal: An argument to disagree with what another person has said.

Classroom Discussion Question: You are a member of Congress who is

considering proposing a bill that would legalize organ donation. Create the bill and be sure to include the following details:

1. How will donors be compensated? (Cash upfront? Money to leave to relatives or charity?)

2. Will government set a limit on how much can be charged?

3. Can donors still be living when the surgery takes place (if it’s for profit)?