1. Listed below are seven statements about a research paper assignment. Choose one or a few statements that you believe are true or false.
You have to know your thesis before you start.
You have to be objective.
You can’t use the pronoun.
You can use your own experiences and observations as evidence.
You can use your own writing voice.
You’re writing mostly for the instructor.
You’re supposed to use your own opinions.
2. Type one page without stopping about the belief that you chose from the list above. There is no right or wrong response. Your goal is to use a technique called fastwriting, where you write down whatever comes to mind. It does not need to be grammatically correct, spelled correctly, smart, or beautiful prose. As you write consider these guiding questions:
Why do you think the statement is true or false?
Where did you get these ideas?
Is there logic behind your beliefs? If so, what is the logic?
If applicable, tell a story regarding your belief.