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Paper Instructions:

This assignment tasks you with choosing a controversial* topic, taking an arguable position on it, supporting that position with a variety of research, and addressing counterarguments. The purpose of the paper is to persuade an interested—but undecided and skeptical—general (non-expert) audience to agree with your position on the topic while demonstrating that you have researched it thoroughly and thought about the consequences.

Requirements:
2000-2500 words (8-10 pages)
Takes a clear, arguable stance on a relevant, controversial topic with at least 3 “sides”
Topic/Question fits the CORNR criteria (Controversial, Open-ended, Researchable, Narrow, and Relevant)
Cites at least 7 secondary sources (at least 3 academic/professional)
Argues both for the side you support and against the opposing sides (counterarguments)
Your thesis should contain a central claim (your position) as well as several (at least 3) reasons your audience should agree with that claim 
Example thesis: “The US should invest in more nuclear power plants because they create jobs, are better for the environment than coal plants, and are more energy-efficient than solar and wind power.”
The central claim here is that the US should invest in more nuclear powerplants—that’s what the author is trying to convince the audience to believe
The reasons why the author believes the central claim are that the plants create jobs, are better for the environment, and are more energy-efficient—they’re the “why” behind the main claim
Demonstrates thought about repercussions of the argument (the “real world” consequences)
MLA format with a works cited page (not included in the page/word count)
Written in a formal but straightforward style—well-edited, polished, and proofread