Select a topic that is both arguable AND has a logical cause and effect based in facts. Remember that a causal argument attempts to answer “why” and ‘”how” questions.

Instructions for Essay #3
Topic: Essay #3 is a Cause and Effect Argument (AKA Causal Argument) that requires at least TWO (2) scholarly resources. Select a topic that is both arguable AND has a logical cause and effect based in facts. Remember that a causal argument attempts to answer “why” and ‘”how” questions.

Prompt: Write a Cause and Effect Argument essay.

The introductory paragraph should identify your topic and emphasize why it is important. In addition to containing general information about your topic as well as your thesis statement, which should be the last sentence in your introduction. Your thesis should make a clear argument explaining the need to examine causes relative to the topic.

The body paragraphs of your paper should begin with the topic sentences outlined in your thesis. Focus on transitioning from paragraph to paragraph smoothly to create the sense that all of your sentences are working towards the same purpose—to prove your argumentative essay.

Make sure your body paragraphs include the following:
1) Present the major causes of your topic using evidence
2) Prove the logical, ultimate effect of your topic using evidence
3) Integrate at least two scholarly sources that have a direct relationship and relevancy to the topic
4) Refute opposing arguments: Address and explain why you reject other possible causes or effects (at least one paragraph – I suggest the last paragraph before the conclusion)
5) Clearly integrate forms of appeals pathos (emotional) ethos (values/belief), and/or logos (factual) as appropriate

Conclusion: Reinforce your thesis statement with a strong closing statement. There should be no new evidence presented in the conclusion; all of that should have been done in the body paragraphs. This is your opportunity to reiterate why your topic is important and include a call to action.

Requirements:

1) Clearly state your topic in the title;
2) Clearly state the cause and effect of your topic in a one-sentence thesis statement;
3) Your essay must contain at least TWO (2) scholarly sources listed on your Works Cited page that support your essay;
4) Your essay must contain at least ONE (1) quote from each source with proper in-text citations;
5) Your finished essay must be at least 750 words

Additional Rules:

1) Your essay may not be in first or second person; it must be written in third person
2) You must use proper MLA formatting (including Works Cited page and in-text citations)
3) It’s expected that your paper will have an introduction, body, and conclusion
4) Do NOT use a citation generator; always check citations against the OWL guidelines
5) You may not use Wikipedia, Sparknotes, Gradesaver, or similar sites as a source
6) In excess of 20% similarity according to Turnitin; will cause youe work to be flagged for possible plagiarism and you will not be given more time without penalty
7) -10 points per day late
8) You will receive an automatic 0% if your work is more than three days late

Tips and Reminders:

Avoid self-referential (first person) pronouns such as I, me, my, our, we, etc. If you are going to argue that the essay is an effective argument, simply state “The essay is an effective argument” without using phrases such as “I think,” “I believe,” or “In my opinion.”

Due Date: 11 July 2021

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