instruction:
Given the Target and Argument texts detect the stance that the argument has towards the topic. There are three types of stances "in favor", "against", and "neutral". 
question:
Topic: Assault weapons ban in the United States
 Argument: There are adequate alternatives to assault weapons for self-defense.
answer:
in favor


question:
Topic: Reforestation as a solution to global warming
 Argument: Reforestation can result in release of greenhouse gas Methane.
answer:
against


question:
Topic: US offshore oil drilling
 Argument: Offshore oil exploration could result in a major find.
answer:

in favor