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UNIT 2: ASSIMILATION
Caught Between Two Worlds
Background: We have all felt the pressure to fit in. Whether it was from peer pressure in
school, adapting to a new place, or trying to join a group or team, most people want to be
accepted somewhere, and we try to fit in with certain groups. However, assimilation often
comes at a price. Throughout this unit, we have discussed the challenges of adapting to a group
while also retaining an individual identity-- whether it be about race, gender, culture, language,
or something else.
Task: In a 3 to 3.5-page essay and using evidence from any of the Unit 2 readings, answer ONE of the following questions:
1. In what situation should people change themselves to fit in with a larger group?
What should they change and why?
2. In what situation should people NOT change themselves to fit in with a larger
group? What shouldn’t they change and why not?
→ For either option, your essay should outline a specific situation. A sophisticated thesis will
describe a specific situation (joining the cool crowd in school, being on on a sports team,
joining a club, moving to a new country, trying to get a job, speaking a certain language, joining
the military, etc.) and also argue WHY the price of assimilation is worth the sacrifices or not.
As always, each point (topic sentence) should be a reason why your thesis statement is true (in
this case, why that situation is worth adapting to or not). Avoid a thesis statement that lists 3 -
4 different situations. You won’t be able to go into enough depth if you try to do it this way.
Criteria for Success:
❏ An introduction that orients the reader to the topic and introduces the main texts being
analyzed
❏ A strong thesis that argues something about the cost or the benefit of assimilating
❏ Clear and logical supporting points that directly support the thesis
❏ Successful use of the PIE paragraph organizational strategy
❏ Quote integration using the quote sandwich strategy
❏ Fluid and clear sentences
❏ A conclusion that addresses “so what?” and leaves the reader with a lasting impression
of why your argument was important
(over) →
Helpful Hints:
❏ Start with a working thesis, then develop supporting points. From there, expand each
point into a PIE paragraph.
❏ Remember that this is not a personal narrative. You may include examples from your
own life, but they should only be a supplement to a wider point.
❏ Make sure you have clear Points, supported by specific Information, and conclude each
paragraph with some Explanation. (PIE)
❏ Avoid general pronouns like “you” and “we.”
Essay Format:
❏ Typed and printed in black ink, 1" margins all around
❏ Double-spaced, 12 point standard font (Times New Roman)
❏ At the top of the first page on the left side, single spaced, put:
Your name
Course and section # (English 828 AC)
Instructor name (L. Kucera)
Essay # 1
Due date (April 8, 2015)
Reminder: You will always turn in one paper copy of your essay AND one copy to Turn It In.
There will be a link to Turnitin.com on WebAccess. Remember that I WILL NOT read your essay
until it has been uploaded.
Assignment Due Date in Class
Thesis Statement (Bring in a few possible ideas.)
Friday, 3/20
Outline or “Shitty” Draft - TYPED (Must include a thesis statement, a few points, and some ideas for quotes) Note: This time, I will collect your outline/draft on Monday, give you feedback, and return it on Wednesday, 4/1, the day of your midterm.
Monday, 3/30
First Rough Draft - TYPED (Must include a thesis statement, 3-4 points, and quotes.)
Friday, 4/3
Complete Rough Draft - TYPED (Consider this your best effort. It must be at least 2.5 pages)
Monday, 4/6
FINAL DRAFT - Paper copy, checklist, and all materials in a folder - Electronic copy uploaded to WebAccess - by 11:55pm on
Wednesday, 4/8
Wednesday, 4/8
