Write an essay in which you choose one of the characteristics of American culture listed below and apply it to 3 things you read in this class, explaining how each reading is an example of the characteristic, giving specific examples from each reading, and making a connection between the reading and something you have experienced in your own life. THIS OPTION REQUIRES A 5-PARAGRAPH, FULLY-DEVELOPED AND FORMATTED ESSAY. Upload your completed essay into the submission space as a Word document.
Characteristic Themes to choose from: Family, Religion, Capitalism, Freedom, Freedom of Speech, Individualism, Self-Motivated, Individual Success, Self-Reliance, Community, Entertainment, Sensationalism, Patriotism, Independence
Your essay should be 5 paragraphs, with an intro, 3 body paragraphs, and a conclusion. You may use either MLA or APA formatting (there are templates available in Word). There is no word or page limit, but full-developed paragraphs tend to be 6-10 sentences long. I will be looking for:
- A thesis statement (a quick and easy way to craft one is to restate the prompt, making sure that you use the following formula: Overall topic + (because OR by) + 3 key points.
- Essay and paragraph structure
- Content and fulfilment of the prompt
- Evidence that material was read and thoughtfully considered
- Careful proofreading