WRITING

· No cover/title page - at the top of the first page, include the Course #/Title, "Midterm Exam Essays," your name, and the date

· Do  not repeat the questions  - just start your answer/essay with the question number (e.g., EQ1, EQ2)

· Margins = 1 inch all around

· Line Spacing = double-spacing (except for the required heading at the top of the first page - that should be single-spaced)

· Font Size = 12pt for all content, except headings may use 14pt

· Font Style = standard  serif or  sans serif writing font (e.g., Calibri, Arial, Times Roman)

· Use of external references/sources must be shown using APA Writing Style guidelines

#EQ-1 [50 points]: Take a position to either support or oppose the following statement: "Critical Thinking is the most important step in the process of Technical Communication." Explain the reasoning and justification for the position you take; you may use limited external references (textbook or other sources) to support your position; however, the bulk of the essay needs to be in your own words.

#EQ-2 [50 points]: Describe in your own words, two examples where technical writing or communication can result in ethical issues and how you would overcome those issues.