english essay

You must choose 1 of the 3 topics. Your paper must be 10-pages, not including references or title, and must follow APA-Style formatting.

The deadline to turn in your printed paper is March 22th, 4:00PM. Your paper must be turned into Mr. Bustillos or Mr. Mark Farrell.

Any papers turned in after March 22, 4:00pm, will not be accepted. No exceptions.

(1)  SLOW FOOD MOVEMENT

Do research on the Internet about the Slow Food Movement. Supporters believe it is best to travel and eat what and where the locals eat.  Read two or more articles describing this movement.  Answer these questions:

(1) when did the movement begin; (2) where did it originate; (3) how is it practiced and by whom; (4) what is their diet; (5) why is the movement growing.

(2)  NATURAL DISASTER

Write about a recent natural disaster in the world.  Investigate for information to answer:

(1)  how did the disaster occur?

(2)  where did it happen?

(3)  what were the results?

(4)  who provided relief?

(5)  how long did recovery take?

(6)  in your opinion, can such a future horrific event be avoided?  minimized?  

(3)  LAUGH THERAPY 

The American political journalist Norman Cousins used laugh therapy to prolong his life after receiving a dismal medical diagnosis.  Explore and research the use of laughter to treat illness, responding to these questions: 

(1)  what is laugh therapy;

(2)  what do experts think of the therapy as treatment for patients;

(3) do you think there is any truth to the idea of mind-body interaction;

(4) have you or someone you know had a medical experience where the mind was stronger than the body.