Choose one of the four thematic topics below and write an argumentative essay that addresses an aspect of that issue. Remember, in an argumentative essay you take a stance and argue your position using evidence (textual analysis, examples, etc.). You will take a stance and provide evidence using at least two of the essays from the readings we have covered in this course, as well as at least two appropriate, academic outside sources. This essay must be at least 1200 words and follow the formatting guidelines for essays in this course. Please bold your thesis statement. See the Assignment Expectations for additional details on the essays.
Course Book
50 Essays
ISBN: 9781319272586
By: Samuel Cohen
The Importance of Writing
- “Reading to Write,” by Stephen King
- “On Keeping a Notebook,” by Joan Didion
- “Learning to Read and Write,” by Frederick Douglass
The format of each essay should follow MLA guidelines, including:
- One-inch page margins.
- Times New Roman, 12pt font.
- Double-spaced paragraphs.
- A header with author’s last name and page number one-half inch from the top of each page.
- Name of author, name of professor, title of course, date of paper on the first page of the paper.
- A works cited page beginning on a separate page at the end of the paper.