Discuss results of the Midterm Portfolio
In class assignment
Explanation of Paper 5
Paper 5-1: Brainstorming
Explanation of next week’s assignment
Paper Five: Argumentative
An argument is line of reasoning intended to persuade the reader/listener to agree with a particular viewpoint or take a particular action. There are three essential parts to and argument – an issue, a position, and support. An issue is the problem or controversy that the argument addresses and also is the topic of an argument paragraph. A position is the particular point of view a writer has on an issue. Support consists of the details that demonstrate the position is correct and should be accepted. There are three types of support: reasons, evidence and emotional appeals. Please write an essay presenting and supporting an argument.
The essay must be use the MLA format and be at least 750 words and include at least one MLA in-text citation and a works cited page. Remember – NO internet sources are allowed.
Assignment for October 28, 2010
1. Reading
a. Expressways – Chapter 14 “Comparison and Contrast”
2. Paper 4-3 – Email your rough draft to Professor Barnes no later than 5 pm on Tuesday, October 26, 2010.
3. Paper 5-2 – Bring in an Idea map of the topic
4. Word maps
5. MyWritingLab.com
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment