Unit 3

1. ENGL 102-01
Summer 2019
Unit 3: Rhetorical Argument
For this research essay, you will be arguing the social justice issue you selected and wrote a
proposal for in Unit 2 – essentially you will be answering your research question. This is
your chance to shine a light on an issue that you think is important by presenting the topic,
the research to back your claim, and the opposing viewpoints while also creating a call to
action.
In order to earn a B on this assignment, you must meet all of the following requirements:
1. You must have a thesis statement that clearly and concisely presents the main idea
of your essay and make an arguable assertion. Your thesis should not make an
announcement about what your essay will cover.
2. You must provide social and factual context that is appropriate for your audience.
3. Include an introduction that grabs the reader’s attention and sets them up for your
argument.
4. Your argument should be organized into body paragraphs that flow and lead the
reader through your argument in hopes that they come to the same conclusion you
did.
5. You should include the opposing viewpoints in one of the methods discussed in
class.
6. Include a conclusion that does more than simply restate the thesis – readdress your
thesis in light of the evidence provided. Make a call to action.
7. Your argument should be supported by at least 6 of the sources from your
annotated bibliography.
a. Supporting evidence should be integrated in a way that puts them in a
conversation with themselves and with you.
b. Direct quotes should not be used as sentences.
c. Both quotes and paraphrasing should be used.
8. You must show an awareness to your sources’ rhetorical strategies even though
you are not analyzing them.
9. You must write a minimum of 6 pages for your completed draft (this means all the
way to the bottom of the sixth page).
10. You must meet all MLA guidelines for format, citations, and style.
11. Follow the conventions of English appropriate for the audience, situation, and
genre.
12. Significant revision must be made between drafts.
13.Submit your completed draft on BBLearn by Tuesday, July 16th at 11:59 PM.