Here is your prompt for the final essay:
Choose one reading we did in class and analyze the issue the author addresses in the text. Then, research and answer the question: How does the issue still perpetuate in America today? This essay involves a research component, meaning you must do outside research and gather at least 4-5 credible sources. The essay must have a single clear thesis (central claim) and the claim must be supported by factual evidence.
Brainstorming questions to help you get started:
-Which text resonated with you the most? Why?
-Which text did you read where you sat there and thought, “This problem still exists in America!” ?
-What is the author’s stance?
-What is the author’s purpose?
-How is the author addressing the issue?
-What is an issue that you are interested in doing some research on?
-What is the history of this issue?
-Why is the issue continuing to perpetuate today?
–Can you think of any reasonable actions that we could take in order to begin resolving the issue?
-What do you want your readers to learn from you paper?
-How do you want your readers to feel from reading your apper?
The paper must be properly formatted, in standard 12-point font, MLA format. Failure to cite properly may jeopardize your chances of receiving a passing grade. It must be emailed to me as a Word doc or PDF, no later than the due date. Missing the deadline will be penalized a half letter grade per day late.
Minimum of 1500 words
