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Write an article summary of the attached document. In order to be successful on this assignment, you must: Have a draft that is 2-3 pages long. Follow the classroom writing guidelines and/format. 12 point Times New Roman font, double spaced, with 1 inch margins. Adhere to written Standard English, which means making sure you use proper grammar, mechanics, punctuation, and spelling.
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Thoroughly read the feedback you received for your essay outline. Revise your outline as needed. (Note: You do not need to resubmit the outline. Revising your outline will help you write your essay.)
Develop an effective 3-4 page (750-1000 words) Argument Research Essay on fracking or offshore drilling using your revised outline.
Include a strong introduction (Links to an external site.) for your essay as well as a strong conclusion (Links to an external site.).
Make sure your essay is in MLA format (Links to an external site.) and uses proper in-text citations (Links to an external site.)
Include proper source citations listed in a separate Works Cited (Links to an external site.) after the 3-4 pages of text.
Submit the first draft of your Argument Research Essay as a file upload to Canvas. (You do not need to go to the Turnitin website for this assignment.)
Come back to the link and check for the Turnitin Similarity report. (You may need to wait about 20-30 minutes for the report.)
Analyze the Turnitin Similarity report and focus on the highlighted parts. Consider these points as you review the report.
Is the highlighted part a direct quote? Did I use quotation marks?
Is the highlighted part my own wording of borrowed information? Did I paraphrase enough so that it sounds like me?
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Instructions : Exam Name: DEVELOPING IDEAS Exam Number: 700138
Examination Questions
Answer each of the following questions according to the instructions given. Question 1 (a–b) is based on the following paragraph.A trip to the ocean can be a relaxing escape from the everyday pressures of life. A sailboat glistening on the horizon provides a mental escape to faraway places. The rhythm of the ocean beating against the sand is sedating music to a troubled mind. A slow, gentle breeze can relax your tensions. You should always be careful to avoid overexposure to the sun at the beach.a. Write the sentence that is the topic sentence of the paragraph.
b. Write the sentence that is unrelated to the topic and can be eliminated.
List four things to look for when you’re proofreading.
Complete the following two steps:
a. Define the term cliché.
b. Use a cliché in a sentence that you create.
Name and explain two types of prewriting.
Choose one of the prompts listed below. Write a five-sentence paragraph using chronological order and including a topic sentence to explain the steps that you would take to complete one of the following tasks.
a. Preparing for a test
b. Preparing to host a party or an event
c. Getting ready for work
d. Cleaning your room or your home
e. Building a snowman, sandcastle, or sculpture
f. Creating a budget
Choose one of the following topics. Write an eight-sentence paragraph that fully develops the topic.
a. Following instructions is very important.
b. Job training programs (such as Job Corps) are valuable to both employers and potential employees.
c. Advances in technology are making people less social.
d. A high school diploma is important to my future.
e. College is not for everyone.
f. Drunk driving can be stopped.
Checklist
Ask yourself these questions after you answer the questions for your exam.Did I answer all six questions and follow the instructions for each one?
Did I answer all questions on my own, without help from the Internet?
Did I select a topic for question 5 from the list given in the instructions?
Is question 5 ONE paragraph?
Does question 5 contain five sentences?
Is question 5 written in chronological order?
Did I select a topic for question 6 from the list given in the instructions?
Is question 6 ONE paragraph?
Does question 6 contain eight sentences?
Is my work saved as a Microsoft Word document or in Rich Text Format?
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As our culture evolves, the language we use to express ourselves changes too. To fully understand the world in which we live, it’s important to fully comprehend the depth and breadth of the words that we use to describe it. Words that have more than definition or more than one meaning enrich not only our vocabulary, but also our lives.
Write a 1,500–1,700 word extended definition friendessay using either the word friend or the word family that analyzes the word’s historical, social, and/or cultural evolution
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Penn Foster: Required Journal Entry 18: Course Reflection
Reflect: Review your journal, starting with your first entry and the learning inventory. Reflect on how knowing who you are as a learner has helped you with the course activities. Consider your progress as a writer through each journal entry and essay. How has your writing changed since you started the course? Identify the improvements you’ve made and the skills you still need to practice. (3 paragraphs, 6 sentences each) Evaluate: What goals did you set for yourself at the beginning of this course? Did you accomplish everything you hoped? Explain what you would have done differently, and describe the approach to writing you’ll use in your future assignments. (2 paragraphs, 6 sentences each
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Penn Foster:Required Journal Entry 17: Recognizing Your Opposition
Identify: Identify and define the three ways you can recognize opposing views in your argument. In your own words, explain why it’s valuable to include the opposition in your essay. (1 paragraph, 6 sentences) Reflect: Read William Safire’s essay “Abolish the Penny” on page 541 in your textbook and review the graphic organizer on pages 543. In your opinion, does acknowledging his opposition strengthen or weaken Safire’s argument? Explain. (1 paragraph, 6 sentences)
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Penn Foster: Required Journal Entry 16: Planning Your Argument
Study the argument essay topics on page 180 in your study guide and choose your topic for your argument. This journal entry will help you begin to plan, research, and organize your paper. Please note that both topics are very broad, so you should narrow your chosen topic appropriately to suit your purpose and interest as well as the research and length requirements. Review “The Basic Parts of an Argument” on pages 501–507 in your textbook. Once you’ve chosen your topic and identified your issue, you need to develop support. According to your text, the three common types of support for an argument are “reasons, evidence, and emotional appeals.” Follow the process outlined below: I. State your claim A. Identify the type of claim (fact, value or policy). B. Explain your purpose or goal for your research paper. II. Identify your reasons A. Reason 1 B. Reason 2 C. Reason 3 III. Start your research to develop support for your claim (provide at least two examples of each): A. Support your reasons with evidence 1. Facts* 2. Statistics* 3. Expert opinions* 4. Examples* 5. Personal Experiences
B. Identify your emotional appeals 1. Appeal to needs 2. Appeal to values * Cite your sources using MLA citation and documentation format (that is, parenthetical citations and a list of works cited). To research effectively and efficiently, use the Expanded Academic ASAP database in Penn Foster’s digital library.
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Penn Foster: Required Journal Entry 15: Using Your Sources Responsibly
Review the definitions of direct quotation, paraphrase, and summary in Chapters 23 and 24 in Successful College Writing. In your own words, define these terms. Then explain the most effective use of each of these three types of sources. (2 paragraphs, 6–8 sentences each)
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