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Book Link
https://archive.org/details/TheLuciferEffectUnderstandingHowGoodPeopleTurnEvilISBN9781400064113
Reading Assignment
Week Sixteen: The Lucifer Effect, Chapter 16 (444 - 488
Essay #3 Assignment
The last essay in English 1A this term will be a 6 page (1800 words = 6 full pages minimum PLUS a separate Works Cited page) Argumentative Essay based on Zimbardo’s chapter on Heroism (chapter 16: pages 444-488) and a film.
Address the following question:
Can you still be a hero by committing evil actions? For Essay #3, you will answer this question using a film and The Lucifer Effect for support. Choose only ONE of the following suggested films that deal with the concept of being a hero through committing “evil” acts (if you have another film in mind that deals directly with this topic, please contact me.):
“The Shawshank Redemption” (1994)
“The Boondock Saints” (1999)
“John Q” (2002)
Once you have read Zimbardo’s chapter 16, and viewed your film, form an argument about the idea of being a hero despite “evil” actions. The essay should use both the film and The Lucifer Effect (especially chapter 16), to support your argument. Outside research is not required, though not prohibited.
This essay is NOT a summary of the film and an explanation on how the character is a hero. The essay should state an Argument around the question of if someone can still be a hero by committing evil actions using the film as evidence. Look deeper into the film and consider chapter 16 (and previous chapters) of The Lucifer Effect throughout your viewing(s). Feel free to disagree with Zimbardo or the film as long as your argument is supported.
Keep in mind that this essay is still argumentative, which means that you will be arguing your claim. Therefore, the argumentative claim should provide you room for discussion and critical thinking.
Your essay should include:
Quotes from The Lucifer Effect and quotes/ paraphrases from your film of choice: The quotes should be used to support your own points, not to summarize a section of the text or movie. Note: There is no set number of quotes for this essay as you should by now be able to assess the appropriate amount of support for an essay of this level. Outside research is not required, though not prohibited.
In-text citations and a Works Cited page: The sources must be cited using correct MLA format, including a Works Cited page. The film should also be cited properly (there is a specific method for citing films). Chabot Library’s MLA Handout is available at http://www.scribd.com/doc/26968131/MLA-Citation-Handout-7th-Edition or in the “Links” area of our course site.
This essay should be written and formatted according to MLA guidelines, which includes:
Typed, double-spaced
12-point font, Times New Roman
1-inch margins on all sides
Your last name and page number in the top, right header of each page
A unique title for your essay, centered at the top of the first page
Your first and last name, the course title (English 1A), instructor’s last name, and the essay due date should be placed in the top left of the first page.
In-text/ parenthetical citations for all quotes and paraphrases. Note that the in-text citation is really important as it will match the entry for that source on the Works Cited page.
A Works Cited page listing all sources. Chabot Library’s MLA Handout is available at http://www.scribd.com/doc/26968131/MLA-Citation-Handout-7th-Edition or in the “Links” in our course site.
**Please also include Engl1A, your last name, and Essay 3 in the file name.**
Example: Engl1A_lastname_Essay3
