Essay Assignment
Length: 500 words.
OPTION I
Write a cause and effect essay discussing a historical event. Be sure to focus on either the cause or the effect of the event. Also, try to focus your paper on a specific event. For example, instead of writing about the Second World War, you should focus on a moment in that war, such as the attack on Pearl Harbor. Remember to be specific and detailed in your writing. Some things you might want to think about:
1) What was the causal chain that led to the event?
2) What were the ramifications of the event? How is the world different because of it?
OPTION II
Write a comparison-contrast essay discussing the differences between the two famous historical figures. Focus on specific similarities and differences. Feel free to use specific examples from different spheres of influences, like music, film or literature, but be sure that they are analogous. Some things you might want to think about:
1) What are the backgrounds of the individuals?
2) Where are they from?
3) Discuss their achievements and accolades.
4) What is the public perception of these people?
Objectives
1) Students will practice different types of invention strategies.
2) Students will appeal to the emotions of their audience in their own essays.
3) Students will write effective introductions.
4) Students will experiment with analytical skills.
5) Students will practice cause and effect and comparison.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.