---- Please Follow the instructions ---- Essay #5 Argument Essay Purpose: To demonstrate our ability to write a well-supported essay; to show our ability to do accurate works cited pages; to demonstrate our ability to cite sources using MLA format. Audience: people who may be unfamiliar with this topic Paper format: typed, double-spaced using Times New Roman and 12 pt. font; 1" margins all round; original title; name and date; separate Works Cited page; correct essay formatting and indentation of paragraphs. I will provide you with the correct Works Cited page. All you will have to do is copy it. Note: This paper must be handed in by the due date. I will not accept any late papers. Grade Distribution: Rough Draft: 30 points Accurate Works Cited Page: 20 points Essay: 500 points Assignment: Write a 4-5 page argumentative paper on the following topic: Who Needs Privacy? You must use the following articles which are in your Week 12 Module to support your thesis and claims: "Tracking Is an Assault on Liberty" by Nicolas Carr; "Web Users Get as Much as They Give" by Jim Harper; and "Facebook Is Using You" by Lori Andrews. You must have two quotes from each of the three articles related to your topic. I will not accept any other sources that the three mentioned above. You may not use I believe, I think, or In my opinion anywhere in your essay! Essay Specifics: Before you begin writing your essay, it would help if you created an outline to follow. The type of outline you create will depend on whether your readers primarily agree or disagree with you. Below are two examples: Readers Primarily Agree with You Strengthen their convictions by organizing your argument around a series of reasons backed by supporting evidence or by refuting opposing arguments point by point. I. Present the Issue II. Provide a thesis statement - a direct statement of your position III. Present your most plausible reasons and evidence IV. Concede or refute opposing reasons or objections to your argument V. Conclude: Reaffirm your position Readers Primarily Disagree with You Begin by emphasizing common ground, and make a concession to show that you have considered the opposing position carefully and with an open mind. I. Present the Issue: Reframe the issue in terms of common values II. Concede: Acknowledge the wisdom of an aspect of the opposing position III. Provide a thesis statement - a direct statement of your position, qualified as necessary IV. Present your most plausible reasons and evidence V. Conclude: Reiterate shared values Whatever organizational strategy you adopt, do not hesitate to change your outline as necessary while drafting and revising. For instance, you might find it more effective to hold back on presenting your own position until you have discussed unacceptable alternatives. or you might if find a more powerful way to order the reasons for supporting your position. Th.