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Write a paper about Queer theory in the Novel What Lies between Us

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Decide whether this argument is successful or not. If you decide this essay is successful, discuss why. You may use the structure of the argument, the tone, and the various types of support (ethos, pathos, and logos) as proof of the argument’s success. 

Make sure that your thesis has an introduction that contains a hook and a thesis, body paragraphs that discuss one proof at a time (one paragraph per example), and a conclusion. 

If you decide that the essay is not successful, then discuss the fallacies that the argument makes. You are still required to have a strong introduction (hook and thesis), body paragraphs that discuss one fallacy at a time, and a conclusion. You may also discuss how the essay is successful with reservations. In this case, point to both the support and the fallacies you have found in the work.

The paper should be formatted correctly MLA style and written in third person (do not use the words I, me, us, we, or you).  The essay should also contain citations and a works cited list based on your selected essay in the assigned readings.  Formulate the structured response from your own close reading of the text.

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In your analysis, you should make your definition of "obscene" clear; from that basis, you can determine whether the author's raw material is so inappropriate that it detracts from the story's best intentions.

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In the intro be more specific do not get too vague.
In paragraph 2 just discuss Karen do not discuss Knowles in the paragraph just discuss the topic sentence put a quotation of Karen so the paragraph is not unified.
In paragraph 3 explain Karens point more and quote it before showing how it relates to Gene. Then show how Gene is related. then show how and when gene is jealous be specific.
Paragraph 4 needs to be more unified around the topic sentence do not discuss Gene since Karen is the topic sentence. Develop and quote Karen.
Get Gene in the thesis. 
Get one paragraph on Karen talking about jealousy then another paragraph on gene to Karen on jealousy. 
Please make the paper more specific with examples and relevant quotations.
I apologize for the long list of things but this is what my professor wants thank you so much.

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read the book, "like water for chocolate" and write an analysis

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Must be in MLA. You have to write folkloric approach on the book Their Eyes Were Watching Go

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Art Criticism involves making discriminating judgments about artworks, both favorable and unfavorable.                                                                                                                    Art criticisms tend to fall within three categories:
Formal Theories: Focus attention on the composition of the work and how earlier works may have influenced it.
Contextual Theories: Consider art as a product of a culture and value system.
Expressive Theories: Pay attention to the artist's expression of a personality or worldview.
Questions to consider for this assignment:
Based on your own set of values which theory might you prefer?
What are you looking for in a work of art?
In your opinion, what role does contemporary art serve?

Format:
This should be at least 3 PAGE DOUBLE SPACED. The introduction/body/conclusion should be a complete two pages WITHOUT heading and embedded images included.

Introduction:
For this portion of your review give information about the exhibition you are viewing. For instance, who is the artist/s? what is the title of the show? How long will the show be open? What museum/gallery? Also include some background information about the artist, and information about the artwork you will be reviewing (e.g., title, medium dimensions). Lastly, state your thesis (i.e., your opinion) what it is you like or dislike about the work of art and why.

Body:
Here you will substantiate you thesis by describing specific parts of the work that support your opinion. To do this it might be good to first give a detailed description of the artwork. To help support your thesis, you can use one of the three basic theories we discussed in class that resonates most with you. It might help to analyze the work of art from one of these particular points of view.
Also, to help support your thesis, include at least one art historical example and explain how it relates to your opinion. This can be an artwork we discussed in class or one mentioned in your textbook. 
You will also need to include at least one image of the artwork you are writing about. If possible please embed the image/s within your text.

Conclusion:
Wrap up your review by restating your thesis. Describe what this experience has taught you, and give general comments to your readers about what you hope they learn from reading your review.

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Assignment

In this assignment, you are going to write a brief summary of your primary response article. Next, you are going to respond to that article by bringing up your thoughts or feelings on it. As we learned in ENG 100, academic writing is a conversation, and an important part of the conversation is to summarize what someone else has written before we respond to it. This helps our audience understand the broader conversation that we are entering.

The Summary (50-300 words).

Our summaries should try to capture the main arguments of the paper as fairly as possible, even if we disagree with the points the article is making. Though we try to be fair, we are also selective, for we want to focus our summaries on what is relevant to the point we want to make.

For example, if I were writing a summary of "Why Games are Good for You" by Stephen Johnson (pg. 481 of our textbook) I would survey the article first. I would notice that much of the article is focused on the distinction between books and games and some of the article is devoted to discussing the virtues of hand-eye coordination. If my argument is primarily about the content of games, these aren't areas where I will focus my summary. I will focus my summary on the areas that are relevant to my paper.

For example:

In "Why Games are Good for You" Steven Johnson argues that the beneficial ways a person thinks when playing video games is an under-explored subject. He stresses interactivity and community, but mainly he mainly focuses on why video games are so entertaining. To do so, he delves into neuroscience and what goes into the idea of gratification. He argues that video games are beneficial mainly because they practice the player in delayed gratification. He claims that "It is not what you're thinking about when you're playing a game, it's the way you're thinking that matters" (493).

This summary tries to get across the basics of Johnson's argument without getting bogged down in parts of the paper that aren't necessarily relevant to the point that I want to make. After all, the point of a summary is to set up the "They Say" before you get to your claim, the "I Say".

The Response

In about 600 words, you will analyze the article— discuss strengths, weaknesses, why you think the article is worthwhile to your academic discipline. Areas that are weak or lacking in the article may provide a space for you to “enter the conversation.” For instance, if an article discusses some serious environmental problems but offers no solutions, you could point out the lack of solutions and possible ways to solve the problem.

You have likely already formulated a basic response to the article in your "entering the conversation" activity. Now it is time to build on those thoughts. Keep in mind that it is okay if your thoughts on the subject have changed or shifted. Also keep in mind that you may need to return to the "entering the conversation activity" and reread what you wrote, for what you believe might have shifted, or you might have realized there is a better point to argue.

For example, just in writing the summary above, I realized that I also don't quite agree with Johnson's point that video games teach delayed gratification. Perhaps that would be a more productive argument than the original one I explored. Part of thinking like a scholar is being willing to follow where your thoughts lead.

Write a 600 word (min) response to the article you chose above. After you have written your response write three different thesis statements that you think best encapsulate your main argument.

Read through two of your classmates posts. Respond in 100 words to their post. Respond to the ideas in the summary response and help them choose which thesis statement you think is the best.

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Write a concise, focused response to 4 of the following 9 questions, following the specific directions below. No response should be longer than 250 words (about one-third of a single-spaced page).

Answer one of these three questions:

1. What feature(s) or element(s) did you most enjoy about Foster’s The Coquette? Why?
2. Which feature(s) or element(s) did you least like about The Coquette? Why?
3. What are the most striking differences between Foster’s novel and one of your favorite contemporary novels? What do these differences tell us about Foster’s own time period?

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Week 5 Assignment 3 - Submit Here
Students, please view the "Submit a Clickable Rubric Assignment" in the Student Center. 

Instructors, training on how to grade is within the Instructor Center. 

Assignment 3: Persuasive Paper Part 1: A Problem Exists  
Due Week 5 and worth 150 points  

Using your thesis statement and research, present the problem that needs to be addressed with your proposed solution. Note: Your solution, advantages, and challenges, will be in Parts 2 and 3.

Write a three to four (3-4) page paper in which you:

Provide an appropriate title and an interesting opening paragraph to appeal to your stated audience (appeal with logic, ethics, or emotion). 
Include a defensible, relevant thesis statement in the first paragraph. (Revised from Assignment 2)
Describe the history and status of the issue and provide an overview of the problem(s) that need to be addressed. This should be one or two (1-2) paragraphs.
Explain the first problem (economic, social, political, environmental, complexity, inequity, ethical/moral, etc.) and provide support for your claims. This should be one or two (1-2) paragraphs.
Explain the second problem (economic, social, political, environmental, complexity, inequity, ethical/moral, etc.). and provide support for your claims. This should be one or two (1-2) paragraphs.
Explain the third problem (economic, social, political, environmental, complexity, inequity, ethical/moral, etc.) and provide support for your claims. This should be one or two (1-2) paragraphs.
Provide a concluding paragraph that summarizes the stated problems and promises a solution. 
Develop a coherently structured paper with an introduction, body, and conclusion.
Use effective transitional words, phrases, and sentences throughout the paper.
Support claims with at least three (3) quality, relevant references. Use credible, academic sources available through Strayer University’s Resource Center. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.
Your assignment must follow these formatting guidelines:

Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length. 
Note: Submit your assignment to the designated plagiarism program so that you can make revisions before submitting your paper to your professor. 

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

Recognize the elements and correct use of a thesis statement. 
Recognize the use of summary, paraphrasing, and quotation to communicate the main points of a text.
Analyze the rhetorical strategies of ethos, pathos, logos in writing samples and for incorporation into essays or presentations.
Prepare a research project that supports an argument with structure and format appropriate to the genre.
Recognize how to organize ideas with transitional words, phrases, and sentences.
Incorporate relevant, properly documented sources to substantiate ideas.
Write clearly and concisely about selected topics using proper writing mechanics.  
Use technology and information resources to research selected issues for this course. 
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Write a paper about Manual versus Automatic Driving Courses

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Read the section "Drafting Introductions" on pages 247 to 253 in your textbook.

The textbook outlines several types of introductions.

The Inverted Triangle Introduction
The Narrative Introduction
The Interrogative Introduction
and the Paradoxical Introduction
Think about the needs of your paper and write the introduction to your paper in one of these styles. Then briefly explain in (100 words min) how that style fits the needs of your particular essay.