Good Writing: Knowing it and Owning it
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ENGL107_U1_Submission_Template_updated1.docxUnit 1: Argumentative Essay (Pt. 1)
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Your task for this week is to complete the following:
1. Choose a topic from the list provided or one that has been approved by your instructor.
2. Read the source on your topic provided in the topics’ bibliography.
3. Locate a similar source on the issue, and think about the evidence you find so that you can form an opinion.
· Record at least 2 quotes (evidence) from your research.
· Identify at least 1 element of multimedia that supports the evidence.
4. Write a claim that is supported with 2 reasons that are based on evidence.
5. Draft an opening paragraph that includes your claim (thesis statement).
6. Use at least 1 quote to back up or frame your supporting reasons.
· Include an introduction for the quote in the sentence preceding it, or acknowledge it in the following sentence.
· Write an in-text citation and corresponding reference for your quote.
Step 2: Use the Checklist provided below to verify your writing against the list of foundation writing skills.
Step 3: Use the Checklist provided below to indicate which resources you will use for help.
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