Essay
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to write a descriptive, an argument, or an expository essay of 1500 words or more (5 pages) using any reading from this semester (that was not used for another assignment) and research-based articles.
Assignment
Write a research-based essay using one of the readings. For this essay, choose your favorite reading from the semester. You may write a descriptive, an argument, or an expository essay. You may not write a summary. You must incorporate the research that you do into your essay; however, only 150 words of your essay can be direct quotes (10% of the essay). This means that you should only use direct quotes from the original reading and paraphrase (and cite) information from your research.
Write an essay that addresses one of the issues that Qatar faces today. You may discuss any social, familial, or cultural issue that is currently relevant to Qatar.
Audience
I am your audience, but I represent the academic community. Please keep this in mind as you write your essay.
Constraints
Length: 1500 words minimum or 5 pages of essay (not including the heading or Works Cited page)
Line Spacing: Double-spaced
Font: Times New Roman size 12 (12 pitch)
Format: MLA
Voice: Formal (Use a more academic tone-the same tone you would use to present your paper to a group of professors.)
Sources:
o One reading from the semester that was not used on Assignment.
o Minimum of three peer-reviewed journal articles that are not over 15 years old.