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Final Argumentative Position or Proposal Essay for ENG 2100

This essay asks you to narrow your thinking about your research topic and to take a reasoned stance on some aspect of the issue. Your 8-10 page (2000+ words) essay must demonstrate your ability to

 Express a clear, focused argumentative main claim in a thesis statement appropriate for a position or proposal essay

 Support and develop that claim using reasons, evidence, and explanation to connect that information to your main claim

 Write unified and coherent paragraphs that follow a logical organizational strategy

 Address counterarguments as needed

 Incorporate material from at least FIVE credible sources

 Use correct quotations, paraphrases, and summaries to incorporate source material

 Document sources parenthetically in the text and on a works cited/reference list using MLA or APA style

 Use substantially correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, and mechanics