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Comparison/Contrast Essay – 100pts

In a complete thesis-driven, five paragraph essay, I want you to discuss either the similarities or differences between community colleges and four-year universities and argue which educational track is better for students. 1st or 2nd person pronouns are not allowed.

MLA format is required for credit.

Why School? Short Reflection Essay – 50pts

In a three paragraph mini essay I want you to discuss what you think is the most valuable lesson from the Introduction through CHAPTER SIX (don't respond beyond this chapter) for people reading Rose’s novel, Why School?. You must include a thesis statement, offer two examples, and use two quotations from the text, citing them correctly (NO “quote and runs). Remember to include page numbers. 1st or 2nd person pronouns are not allowed.

Note: since this is a mini essay, you do not need an intro and conclusion. My main focus here is to see that you are writing strong body paragraphs with clear topic sentences. ;)