Category: English

ASSIGNMENT: Write a THREE paragraph narrative essay about a time you learned something. This could be a skill you learned, a lesson you learned or some kind of information. Be descriptive in your assignment. Let the reader feel what you are feeling. Do not just describe the action.
Paragraph 1: Introduction:
Hook – grab the reader’s attention. This should be at the beginning of the paragraph.
Theme – what you learned from your experience. This should be at the end of the paragraph.
Paragraph 2: Body:
This is where you tell your story. It needs to be concise and clear. The action in this paragraph should rise toward a climax. The climax should come at the end of the paragraph and lead in to the conclusion.
Paragraph 3: Conclusion
-Thesis – this should be at the beginning of the conclusion – restate the thesis; remind the reader what the point is. If you need to wrap up the action in your story, do that then restate the theme.
-Wrap up – tie everything up, tell the reader how this lesson has changed you.
let the reader feel what you are feeling not just describe the action
this is grade 9 – 10 level do not use overly complicated words .

What you are submitting: a message you’ve decided to talk about and 4 cited quotes that support that message.
Answer these questions as you engage in evidence collection.
What message might you want to convey to your classmates?
With your classmates, brainstorm a list of the following:
novels, plays, graphic novels and poetry you’ve read.
popular songs
popular TV shows
popular movies
3. Finally, copy down word for word,( correctly) a total of 4 lines directly from the list above that supports the message you have decided to convey to your classmates. Include a correct citation. Look up MLA 8 for information about how to cite in text citations.
Note: It is not plagiarism when you copy word for word and put quotes around it and cite it with a parenthetical. What IS plagiarism is if you google “Senior Speech” and read someone else’s. That will result in a 0 on your final exam.
Keep your THEME(the message) in your mind as you begin to draft ideas, words and phrases that you will include in your speech.
The time requirement for your senior speech will be be 4-7 minutes. You will have to include certain elements within this speech.
WHAT YOU ARE SUBMIT ING:
Write down ideas for each of the following:
at least two vocabulary words we’ve learned this year.write a sentence using them correctly that you will include in your speech
at least two original literary devices-hyperbole, metaphor, imagery, personification, simile, pun, repetition, analogy, anecdotes, humor. Write two sentences using some of these you will include in your speech
details to support your theme-summarize the details/stories/anecdotes you will share in your speech to support your theme
Repeat the one direct quotations (from songs, movies, books) you’ll use in your speech from the previous step and the 3 other allusions(can be direct quotes or just references).
Here is a resource for you to review literary terminology you may want to include in your speech:
What you are submitting: an outline or web, organizing your speech into an introduction, body, and a conclusion.
allusion in the form of a direct quote, cited correctly in draft
another allusion in the form of a direct quote, cited correctly in draft
allusion…can be a summary or description of a 1 movie, song, poem, book
allusion…can be a summary or description of a movie, song, poem, book
a vocabulary word from class
another vocabulary word from class
literary element
another literary element
detail, anecdote that supports your theme/ message
another detail, anecdote that supports your theme/message
You

In a 3 page essay, with in text citations MLA format, compare and contrast: the character Satan (Paradise Lost books 1,2,4,5,8,9,12) and Beowulf from the novel Beowulf.
please provide a turnitin receipt proving it is free of plagiarism and AI.

Touchstone 4: Persuasive Recommendation Report
SCENARIO: Your workplace has experienced significant change recently, and your department is expected to respond to change with innovation. Your immediate manager has asked you to determine one specific innovation for your department; you will be responsible for the implementation of this innovation.
You have already presented your manager with an informative report in which you explored two options for how this innovation might be implemented. Now they would like you to create a recommendation report for the department manager.
ASSIGNMENT: In Unit 3, you revised the informative report in which you researched several methods for implementing your chosen innovation and compared and contrasted two of them based on factors that you chose. In this assignment, you will choose one of these methods and write a persuasive composition in which you aim to persuade your audience that this is the best course of action to take in order to implement your innovation.
Sample Touchstone 4
To write a detailed recommendation, you will need to consider 2-3 criteria that are influencing your recommendation. These should be the same criteria that you evaluated objectively in your comparison/contrast assignment; however, you should look at them through a new lens as you are now aiming to persuade your audience that one method is better suited than the others rather than to inform them about the similarities and differences between the methods.
In addition to advocating for the method you have chosen, you should spend at least one body paragraph acknowledging and responding to any counterarguments you anticipate regarding this method. Think about the method you did not choose and why someone might advocate for that method instead. Address those concerns by demonstrating why the method you have chosen is still the best option. Refer to the Unit 4 lesson called Using Counterarguments for further instruction on addressing these types of arguments in a persuasive composition.
In order to foster learning and growth, all work you submit must be newly written specifically for this course. Any plagiarized or recycled work will result in a Plagiarism Detected alert. Review Touchstones: Academic Integrity Guidelines for more about plagiarism and the Plagiarism Detected alert. For guidance on the use of generative AI technology, review Ethical Standards and Appropriate Use of AI.
A. Assignment Guidelines
DIRECTIONS: Write a double-spaced 4-6 page (1000-1500 words) persuasive essay in which you:
Use the information you have learned from your informative comparison/contrast report to write a recommendation in which you advocate for one of the methods of implementation that you investigated for your innovation.
The essay must contain a persuasive thesis statement that clearly states the method you think is best and why (the 2-3 criteria that influenced your recommendation).
For example, if you compared and contrasted various instant messaging tools for creating more rapid communication between teams, you could argue in favor of implementing a particular tool due to the fact that it is less expensive and more user-friendly than the other options.
State your persuasive thesis in an introductory paragraph.
Include 5-7 body paragraphs that explore the criteria that led you to advocate for this particular method of implementation, applying and analyzing researched evidence.
Make sure to explain your reasoning and interpretation of your researched evidence, using the techniques of context, translation, and analysis where appropriate.
Address potential counterarguments using logic and evidence.
Cite and reference 2-4 reliable primary or secondary sources that you used to support your argument for this particular method of implementation.
Make sure to integrate your source material effectively, using the techniques of summarizing, paraphrasing, and quoting where appropriate.
End with a concluding paragraph that restates your thesis in different words and provides a concluding thought.
Write in the persuasive mode throughout the composition, using rhetorical appeals.
Minimize mechanical and stylistic errors.
Answer the reflection questions listed below.
B. Reflection Questions
DIRECTIONS: Below your assignment, include answers to all of the following reflection questions.
Think about the specific skills and techniques that you used while developing and writing this final assignment. What have you learned about how to present a strong argument using persuasive writing techniques? How can you apply this knowledge in your professional or everyday life? (4-5 sentences)
Consider this course as a whole. What have you learned about yourself as a writer? Is there anything you have struggled with in the past that you now feel more confident about as a result of taking this course? (5-6 sentences)
C. Rubric
Advanced (100%) Proficient (85%) Acceptable (75%) Needs Improvement (50%) Non-Performance (0%)
Persuasive Thesis Statement (10 points)
Take a clear position on the topic and state the reasons for this position.
Accomplishes all of the following: Includes a persuasive thesis statement; thesis statement takes a well-articulated, clear, specific position on one side of the issue; thesis statement states all 2-3 of the criteria that influenced this position. Accomplishes 2-3 of the following: Includes a persuasive thesis statement; thesis statement takes a well-articulated, clear, specific position on one side of the issue; thesis statement states all 2-3 of the criteria that influenced this position. Accomplishes 2 of the following: Includes a persuasive thesis statement; thesis takes a well-articulated, clear, specific position on one side of the issue; thesis statement states all 2-3 of the criteria that influenced this position. Accomplishes 1 of the following: Includes a persuasive thesis statement; thesis takes a well-articulated, clear, specific position on one side of the issue; thesis statement states all 2-3 of the criteria that influenced this position. Does not include a thesis statement, or includes a thesis statement that does not take a position or state any criteria.
Development and Support (25 points)
Argue in favor of a particular position and provide sufficient support for this stance, including an acknowledgment and rebuttal of any potential counterarguments.
Accomplishes all of the following: Details are highly relevant and clearly support the thesis statement; persuasive elements are thoroughly developed; the position is consistently and effectively supported using rhetorical appeals and source material; counterarguments are thoroughly addressed. Accomplishes 3-4 of the following: Details are highly relevant and clearly support the thesis statement; persuasive elements are thoroughly developed; the position is consistently and effectively supported using rhetorical appeals and source material; counterarguments are thoroughly addressed. Accomplishes 2-3 of the following: Details are highly relevant and clearly support the thesis statement; persuasive elements are thoroughly developed; the position is consistently and effectively supported using rhetorical appeals and source material; counterarguments are thoroughly addressed. Accomplishes 1-2 of the following: Details are highly relevant and clearly support the thesis statement; persuasive elements are thoroughly developed; the position is consistently and effectively supported using rhetorical appeals and source material; counterarguments are thoroughly addressed. Details are irrelevant and distract from the thesis. Persuasive elements are not developed and/or the composition is not persuasive and counterarguments are not addressed.
Research Integration (20 points)
Incorporate and appropriately cite sources through effective quotations, paraphrases, and summaries.
Accomplishes all of the following: Cites all outside sources following APA conventions; incorporates sources smoothly and effectively through direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary; references 2-4 credible primary or secondary sources. Accomplishes 2-3 of the following: Cites all outside sources following APA conventions; incorporates sources smoothly and effectively through direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary; references 2-4 credible primary or secondary sources. Accomplishes 2 of the following: Cites all outside sources following APA conventions; incorporates sources smoothly and effectively through direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary; references 2-4 credible primary or secondary sources. Accomplishes 1 of the following: Cites all outside sources following APA conventions; incorporates sources smoothly and effectively through direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary; references 2-4 credible primary or secondary sources. Does not cite sources, or citation is consistently inappropriate. Does not reference sources and/or sources are not credible or appropriate.
Organization (15 points)
Exhibit competent organization, flow, and writing techniques.
Accomplishes all of the following: Includes an introduction with a strong thesis; includes an adequate number of body paragraphs; includes effective topic sentences for all body paragraphs; includes a conclusion with an effective closing thought; the sequence of sentences and paragraphs is logical. Accomplishes 4-5 of the following: Includes an introduction with a strong thesis; includes an adequate number of body paragraphs; includes effective topic sentences for all body paragraphs; includes a conclusion with an effective closing thought; the sequence of sentences and paragraphs is logical. Accomplishes 3-4 of the following: Includes an introduction with a strong thesis; includes an adequate number of body paragraphs; includes effective topic sentences for all body paragraphs; includes a conclusion with an effective closing thought; the sequence of sentences and paragraphs is logical. Accomplishes 1-3 of the following: Includes an introduction with a strong thesis; includes an adequate number of body paragraphs; includes effective topic sentences for all body paragraphs; includes a conclusion with an effective closing thought; the sequence of sentences and paragraphs is logical. Is missing multiple required components of a composition or all of the components are ineffective; the sequence of sentences and/or paragraphs is consistently illogical.
Style and Tone (15 points)
Establish a persuasive tone and make thoughtful choices.
Accomplishes all of the following: Demonstrates thoughtful and effective word choices; uses a wide variety of sentence structures; establishes a consistently persuasive tone that is appropriate to the persuasive composition. Accomplishes 2-3 of the following: Demonstrates thoughtful and effective word choices; uses a wide variety of sentence structures; establishes a consistently persuasive tone that is appropriate to the persuasive composition. Accomplishes 2 of the following: Demonstrates thoughtful and effective word choices; uses a wide variety of sentence structures; establishes a consistently persuasive tone that is appropriate to the persuasive composition. Accomplishes 1-2 of the following: Demonstrates thoughtful and effective word choices; uses a wide variety of sentence structures; establishes a consistently persuasive tone that is appropriate to the persuasive composition. Consistently demonstrates poor word choices and/or repetitive sentence structures; tone is consistently informative rather than persuasive and the composition is dominated by facts without interpretation or analysis to demonstrate how they support the position.
Conventions (10 points)
Minimize errors in standard English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Includes virtually no minor errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Includes fewer than 5 minor errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Includes 5 minor errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Includes more than 5 minor errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. There are consistent significant errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, formatting, and usage.
Reflection (5 points)
Answer reflection questions thoroughly and thoughtfully.
Accomplishes all of the following: Demonstrates thoughtful reflection; consistently includes insights, observations, and/or examples in all responses; follows or exceeds response length guidelines. Accomplishes 2-3 of the following: Demonstrates thoughtful reflection; consistently includes insights, observations, and/or examples in all responses; follows or exceeds response length guidelines. Accomplishes 2 of the following: Demonstrates thoughtful reflection; consistently includes insights, observations, and/or examples in all responses; follows or exceeds response length guidelines. Accomplishes 1-2 of the following: Demonstrates thoughtful reflection; consistently includes insights, observations, and/or examples in all responses; follows or exceeds response length guidelines. Does not answer the majority of reflection questions or the majority of answers do not follow response length guidelines.
D. Requirements
The following requirements must be met for your submission to be graded:
Double-space the outline and use one-inch margins.
Indent the first line of each paragraph by ½ inch.
Use a readable 12-point font.
All writing must be appropriate for an academic context.
Composition must be original and written for this assignment.
Use of generative chatbot artificial intelligence tools (ChatGPT, Bing Chat, Bard) in place of original writing is strictly prohibited for this assignment.
Plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited.
Submission must include your name, the name of the course, the date, and the title of your composition.
Submission must include your persuasive recommendation report and reflection questions with the components described in the guidelines above.
Include all of the assignment components in a single file.
Acceptable file formats include .doc and .docx.

Its a regular paper at first and then becomes a reserch paper when you do the paragrgh on the short story “women of hollering creek”. ive attached files down below that can help and also instructions. Please dont use Chat gpt or any AI.

you MUST USE the Kingsborough Library Website DATABASES for this assignment
FIND at least FOUR (4) written SOURCES regarding the O.J. Simpson Murder Trial
these SOURCES should give you a BROAD sense of WHY this murder trial became FAMOUS
you MUST USE the Microsoft Word or PDF document provided (by the instructor)
first, this is a mandatory requirement for this assignment 
further, I will NOT be able to OPEN your document if you do not not use Word or PDF
WRITE IN and SAVE the document BEFORE SUBMITTING it here
fill in ALL sections of EACH Source Sheet
fill in the blank spaces in the TOP section with information to be used (or needed) in a Works Cited page AND the KCC DATABASES used 
fill in the SUMMARY section in PARAGRAPH form including ONLY MAIN POINTS of the Source (a brief version of the Source) 
fill in the RESPONSE section in PARAGRAPH form including ONLY YOUR thoughts, ideas, reactions, opinions, judgments, analysis 
these ideas include what YOU have to say, NOT the Source
you are NOT summarizing here again
focus ONLY on YOUR thinking instead
to SUBMIT, UPLOAD the document (here) from your device
you have UNLIMITED ATTEMPTS to SUBMIT this assignment
this means you can submit it more than once (without penalty)
you can make CHANGES and RESUBMIT it as long as the assignment remains open
ONLY the last attempt/submission will be graded

my name is Jada herrera. when i grow up i want to be a lawyer. i enjoy going to the beach. i am a really introver person. my favorite color is black

Objectives
Describe the purposes of visuals
Identify various types and functions of visuals
Discuss guidelines for inserting and writing about visuals
Demonstrate how to use appropriate visuals for international audiences
Explore different purposes for and formats of writing in the workplace.
Develop written communication of varying forms and for various audiences.
Choose effective visual elements to include in written documents.
Explain different types and formats of visual aids, including when each is appropriate to include.
Instructions
Step 1:
Make an organizational chart for a business or an agency you worked for recently.
Include part-time and full-time employees, but indicate their titles or functions with
different kinds of shapes or lines.
Step 2:
Then write a brief letter to your employer explaining why your organizational chart should be distributed to all employees. Focus on the types of problems that could be avoided if employees had access to such a visual.

RESEARCH ESSAY ASSIGNMENT 
ASSIGNMENT: SHORT RESEARCH ESSAY (8-10 pages)100 points
Write a research essay on the topic of mass shootings. THIS IS NOT AN ARGUMENT ESSAY. What you will be doing is inquiring about the topic. You are exploring the topic, NOT TAKING A SIDE FOR OR AGAINST a particular issue related to the topic. The exercise is to explore the topic rationally and with intellectual balance. It is a brief overview of the topic without having to make a case for or against anything. This assignment is the essence of inquiry. The challenge is to find and evaluate sources so that your essay covers the topic without bias. YES, you may include the sources we’ve covered in the modules for your essay~!
The topic of mass shootings, as we’ve seen in the modules, is quite large. Here are some suggestions of areas to explore: 
➢ How are mass shootings defined?
➢ What is the landscape of solutions being offered, and what are the shortcomings of each solution? 
➢ What are some of the theories of what causes mass shootings?
➢ Personal reflection on topic. What was most surprising/interesting that you found in your research? Explain why.
Your research essay must possess the following:
1. RESEARCH that generates 8-10 pages of research writing;
2. ORGANIZED research essay; USE AN OUTLINE TO CREATE ORGANIZATION;
3. Paragraphs that INCORPORATE SOURCE INFORMATION;
4. Complete a WORKS CITED page of the sources you used and IN-TEXT CITATIONS THROUGHOUT. 
FORMAT REQUIREMENTS: 
1. MLA FORMAT
2. 8-10 pages of writing. 
3. WORKS CITED PAGE of at least 10 sources. 
RESEARCH ESSAY CHECKLIST
CHECKLIST ITEM
✓  
WORKS CITED PAGE
AT LEAST TEN (10) SOURCES ON WORKS CITED PAGE
CORRECT MLA FORMATTING (FIRST PAGE)
CORRECT IN-TEXT CITATIONS (CORRELATEDWITH WORKS CITED PAGE)
ORGANIZED PARAGRAPHSTHAT INCOROPORATE SOURCE INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION CONTAINS RESEARCH QUESTION
AT LEAST 8-10 PAGES (NOT INCLUDING WORKS CITED PAGE)
PROOFREAD FOR ERRORS
OUTLINE FOR RESEARCH ESSAY
I. RESEARCH QUESTION: 
a. Introduce the topic of mass shootings;
b. State research question: What is the general state of mass shootings in the United States?
II. DEFINITIONS OF MASS SHOOTERS:
a. State the various definitions and sources of those definitions;
b. How has the definition changed?
III. PROFILES OF MASS SHOOTERS:
a. What are the profiles of mass shooters?
b. What are the behaviors of mass shooters?
c. Similarities and differences between sources.
IV. THEORIES of CAUSES of MASS SHOOTINGS:
a. What is the contagion theory?
i. How it works;
ii. Recommendations to prevent contagion; 
b. Other theories of the causes of mass shootings.
V. CONCLUSION:
a. Discuss anything of particular interest that you found in the researching of the topic;
b. Discuss further areas of research you would explore if you were to continue researching the topic.

It’s an explanatory paper with-in-depth analysis about the novella Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. It needs to be broken into the following sections: Sypnosis and Themes: Give an explanation of the story’s plot while highlighting the author’s background and the themes addressed in the text. Relevance to Literature: Explain why the chosen text is relevant to the time period it was written in and why the author might have used the themes focused on in section 1. For each section, I need to quote and reference the chosen text at least twice. When quoting, do not fill the paper with paragraphs of quotes. The paper should be in proper essay format with correct grammar and punctuation throughout. The should also be a “Work Cited” page, done in MLA format, at the end of the paper with the text cited along with any credible outside sources used to aid the paper.