For Essay 3:
Essay 3 is a classical argument of your choice based on our readings in Exploring Language. You choose an issue from the topics we've read and discussed.
For example, we read essays about English as the global language. I want to argue that sign language should be our global language. I'm going to use the readings from Exploring Language to supplement my argument.
You should use 4 sources for this essay. All of which can be from Exploring Language, there are essays on all the topics we didn't use for class.
You can use other sources, but, you have to be able to cite them correctly.
Classical Argument Format:
Introduction: Stylized and Dazzling
Background: Background information, historical information, groundwork (What is the basis of this argument?)
Argument: Probably 2 solid paragraphs
Counter-Argument: a nod to the other side, usually a paragraph
Rebuttal: countering-the counter argument "They have good points, but I'm still right because..." your best arguments should go here.
Conclusion: Stylized and Dazzling
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