Understanding Business and Personal Law

Chapter 7: Contractual Capacity

Service Learning

Draft Registration
When a young man turns 18, he must register with the Selective Service System. This system provides our country with guidelines to provide a draft if necessary. Some men choose to register as conscientious objectors because they do not believe in the military or fighting in a war. Do you think it is fair that our country offers this option? Do you think it is fair that only men are required to register?

Activity: With a partner, discuss the questions above.

Use this Web site to help with your discussion:
http://www.sss.gov/
(The Web site of the Selective Service System)