using an expository method (not analysis by division or classification) to:
(a) Construct a topic to sentence outline
AND
(b) Develop two paragraphs (120-150 words each) from the outline and a conclusion on only ONE of the following topics:
1. What are the steps that can be taken by the region as a whole to either protect itself OR minimize the damage to the environment from catastrophes such as the BP oil spill?
2. How has failure to protect a named aspect of the environment affected a specific Caribbean country?
3. In what ways are the terms "policy" and "practice" similar and different as they relate to a country's treatment of its environmental resources.
4. Explain what is meant by ONE of the following:
(i) The Caribbean (ii) The Natural Environment
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Corrected Outline:
-Format
-Thesis
-Three-four main points
-Outline reflects clear organizational strategy
Developed Paragraph(2)
-Begins with main point given in outline
-Develops point with examples and explanation
-Grammatically sound
-Reflects overall organizational pattern used in outline
Conclusion:
-Summarizing all points mentioned in thesis by means of
direct reference/context
-Presents no new information
-Makes no call for action/advice
Documentation
Material used within the paragraphs cited according to latest APA/MLA format. The rubrics for assignments 2 &3 are available for download in the forum."