inal Research Paper Instructions
Choose a controversial issue in America today (must be in the news)
Make your claim:The negative impact on social media and teens
Toulmin Structure
Method: Argues an issue emphasizing the strength of your evidence
Opponent: close minded
Para 1- Hook, introduce your topic with thesis.
• Claim state your thesis- main opinion that can be supported by logic and
evidence. Subtopics: evidence and data, warrant, and rebuttal and refute.
Para 2- Evidence and data provide accurate statistics, quotes, and events that
support your claim.
Para 3- Warrant explain the importance of this evidence. Make relevant
inferences based on the evidence. What happened to cause this argument? Why is
it perceived as an issue to be resolved? Is it new or recurring issue
Para 4- Rebuttal-acknowledge your opponent’s claim but stand your ground.
Para 5- Refute/ discredit your opponent’s counter arguments Rebuttal by
attacking the credibility of their evidence.
Para 6- Conclusion and Concession- acknowledge that your opponent has
several valid points. Restate the value of your thesis.
Make sure to include the following sections in your essay:
· Introduction and claim with background, Body, and Conclusion.
Within the body of your Toulmin essay, make sure to include the following:
· The background for your chosen topic.
· The opposition – use an academic tone, and do not show bias.
· The strengths and weaknesses of your opponents claim.
· Strong, scholarly research
· Your claim – use an academic tone, and do not show bias.
· Discuss the warrants for your claim and the opposition in order to find the
common ground.
• Show the common ground between your opponents claim and your claim.
• After you have written your essay, please make sure to revise the content
of your essay.
• Lastly, be sure to edit your essay by checking grammar, format, and
smaller technical details.
• Please make sure your essay is written in third person.
• Remember at least 6 sentences make a paragraph.
Make sure your paper is in the MLA writing format (use template).
1200 words. Please include in-text citations, and four outside sources. Please
note your works cited list will not be counted in your word count
Category: English
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The Negative Impact of Social Media on Teens: A Toulmin Analysis
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Title: Exploring the Impact of Genre Classification on Our Perception of Bless Me, Ultima
Bless Me, Ultima is a novel by Rudolfo Anaya in which his young protagonist, Antonio Márez y Luna, tells the story of his coming-of-age with the guidance of his curandera, mentor, and protector, Ultima. It has become the most widely read and critically acclaimed novel in the Chicano literary canon since its first publication in 1972. So as you read Bless Me, Ultima, think if it is a work of social and historical realism. As a nostalgic romance, child’s fantasy, a religious and moral allegory. In a paragraph (half a page) write a response based on the following question: Do you think it makes a difference if Bless Me, Ultima is classified in the above mentioned categories to meet our expectation, evaluation, and understanding of it?
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Title: The Timeless Appeal of Greek Myths: Exploring the Human Element in the Story of Cupid and Psyche
write a 5 paragraph essay useing the story of cupid and psycie to explain my thesis “Artists of all kinds have been inspired by the Greeks because the Greek myths feel very human and relatable”
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“The Relationship Between Money and Happiness: Examining the Arguments of Mary Sherry and Farhad Manjoo”
You need to choose a topic for this assignment based on at least one of the assigned articles.
*Models for Writers: Chapter 22, Mary Sherry, “In Praise of the F Word”
*Models for Writers: Chapter 22, Farhad Manjoo, “It’s Time for ‘They’”
Some sample topics include:
– Argue: there is no difference between joy and happiness
– Argue: money buys happiness
– Argue: money does not buy happiness
– Argue: Reading (or whatever activity you choose) brings happiness
– Argue: (your choice)
2. Prepare an Outline. (An outline submission is not required.)
3. Write the essay. (You can make this a 5-Paragraph Essay-format, but it is not required.)
4. Title must be your own title.
5. Introduction:
include references to your outside sources, including the article from the textbook
discuss/introduce your topic/Thesis (your argument)
6. Body: Discuss your points in separate paragraphs. Use the outline as your example, but rather than writing it in outline format, you’ll be writing it in complete sentence/paragraph format. *Include specific examples from your outside sources as much as possible without overdoing it. Every point should have a quote. Your quote does not carry the discussion of your point, but it supports your discussion of your point. You must use at least 4 sources (one must be one of the 2 articles from the textbook; one must come from the library database; the other 2 are your choice).
7. Conclusion:
a. restate a reference to the article read
d. restate your thesis (argument)
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“Making a Difference: The Power of Non-Profit Organizations” I. Introduction A. Attention Getter: Imagine a world without non-profit organizations. What would happen to those in need? B. Background Information: Non-profit organizations are
it a persuasive speech outline. It has to be about a non profit of choice. the teacher set videos of how she wants it done.
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“Addressing the Global Issue of Climate Change: A Comprehensive Analysis and Critical Evaluation”
please read attached essays Your final research is an 7-10 page (roughly 2400-2500 words) double-spaced paper (excluding cover and Works Cited/Reference). Students are to adhere to size 12 font in Arial, Times New Roman or similar font, with 1” pagination. Keep in mind that your instructor’s directions must primarily be followed. This paper is well-revised for proper use of documentation and other elements of writing well addressed throughout the course. It reflects your stance/claim on an issue with embedded expert views. For further formatting help, check links here, from your text, or HCCC library for more specifics. Using MLA Format Using APA Format COVER PAGE Name, course, date or semester, instructor’s name—upper left hand corner (size 12 font) Title is centered (with larger font—16-20) and should be reflective of your issue; you may include a picture, but it must directly relate to your topic.
After 2-3 line spaces, begin your Abstract. Bold and left flush the word ABSTRACT. Beneath the word ABSTRACT, summarize what was done and discovered in your research. Consider referring to your Proposal but write using past tense. For instance: “this paper examined the effects of global warming in North America. During research, I discovered that…” Write the Abstract in single space (this will all comfortably fit on the cover) The numbering of your final paper begins after cover. In Word, select Header and Footer, choose upper right, with your last name only and page numbers. please see attached proposal and draft -
The Lure of Power: A Comparative Analysis of Ambition, Greed, and Corruption in Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” and “Julius Caesar” Outline: I. Introduction A. Explanation of the lure of power B.
Pre-writing: After choosing your characters, develop a working thesis statement (argument)
that clearly states your purpose, focusing on how the lure of power is related to ambition,
greed, and corruption. This is a process essay that will be written in and out of class.
Writing: Create an outline for your essay. After, type a rough draft that follows MLA formatting
using a Google doc. Properly cite all quotes or any paraphrasing.
Editing: You will give and receive peer feedback.
Submission: Implement the content and language suggestions from the feedback you
received and upload the final draft to Managebac on a timely basis.
Assessment Rubric: You will be graded on Criterion A, Criterion B, and Criterion D
Criterion A:
i. Your thesis statement and all your supporting points in your body paragraphs show strong
analytical skills by providing an in-depth argument on your main topic.
ii. You are able to describe and explain the effect of Shakespeare’s authorial choices on the
audience. Your explanation is detailed and convincing.
iii. Main ideas are supported with references to the text, explanatory detail and correct use of
literary terminology.
iv. Your connections between your two characters are strong, and they show a perceptive
understanding of how they relate to your argument.
Inquiry Statement: The lure of power
(thematic topic) can change individuals
(characters), rendering ľhem unrecognizable.
Global context:
Moral reasoning and gľhical
judggmgnľ (Fairness and
Development)
Key Concept: Change Relaľed Concept: Character
Criterion B:
i. Your central argument is effectively organized by having a clear thesis statement, and well-
constructed body paragraphs, following the PEEATL format. You use various devices to have
cohesion between and within body paragraphs.
ii. You develop a persuasive argument from your thesis statement. Ideas build on each other. You
use transitions and comparative language effectively.
iii. You embed well-chosen quotations from the play effectively. You consistently follow MLA
formatting and citations, and format for drama.
Criterion D:
i. You write in a variety of sentence structures and use literary terms
ii. When writing your comparative essay, you continually use a high academic register and style
iii. Your writing contains very few or no errors in grammar, syntax and punctuation. Any errors
are not intrusive.
Conditions/Arbeitsbedingungen:
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“Correcting a First Draft Cause/Effect Essay” “Refining the Cause and Effect: Corrections to a First Draft Essay”
Please review “Causal Essay Corrections” and edit first draft essay.
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“Uncovering the Spanish Influence: A Rhetorical Analysis of ‘Spanish-Influenced Lexical Phenomena in Emerging Miami English’”
write a rhetorical analysis of the scholarly article ” spanish-influenced lexical phenomena in emerging Miami English
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Title: Addressing Opposition to Climate Change and Proposed Solutions As with any issue, there are individuals who hold opposing views on climate change and the methods proposed to address it. Some may argue that climate change is a natural occurrence and that human activity
Add a paragraph or rework the 2nd to last paragraph to have an actual source for people who are against climate change meaning they want climate change to happen or people who against the methods that are stated in the essay. Make sure the essay is fully up to MLA standerd.