Research paper

ENG 100

Prof. Nesbitt

Spring 2019

Essay #3: Research

Pick a controversial topic with two distinct, arguable sides (marijuana legalization, abortion,

police reform, education reform, etc.). Using the library database, write an essay discussing the

issue. What major points would someone who wants to learn about your topic need to know?

This may include things like general history, data and analysis, or public perception of your

issue. What specific evidence compels you? After you explain the issue, pick a side and argue for

it. What about the evidence you’ve discovered leads you to believe this? What are some possible

solutions to this issue?

Make sure your topic is SPECIFIC. Make sure you don’t write on general topics like

“ABORTION” or “GUN CONTROL” as a whole. What specific areas within those issues can

you focus on?

Make sure to check your work for logical fallacies!

Your essay must:

o Have an intro with a thesis.

o Have a conclusion.

o Be organized.

o Be 5+ pages. o Be in MLA Format.

o Use proper in-text citations.

o Have a “Works Cited” page.

o Be checked for spelling, grammar, and

wordiness. ESSAY #3 WORKSHOP DRAFT DUE: Monday, Dec. 9th IN-CLASS ESSAY #3: Wednesday, Dec. 11th ESSAY #3 FINAL DRAFT DUE TO CANVAS: Friday, Dec. 13th by 11:59 PM