Reading: “A Hanging” p. 23
Assignments:
1. Reader Response 2 – Complete a one-paragraph response that follows this format:
• Topic Sentence (One sentence that lets the reader know what your position is on the issue. Do not announce. Simply state your view.)
• Following the topic sentence will be detail and example sentences to prove and support your topic sentence. Use transitions where necessary.
• The last sentence is the Concluding sentence. This sentence may be any of the following:
• Restate the topic sentence using different words
• Call to action
-Suggest the larger implication of the issue
• End on a memorable note
*TYPE YOUR PARAGRAPH INTO THE MLA TEMPLATE.
** Use 12 pt font. Times New Roman *** Double space
**** Indent at the beginning of your paragraph *****
1. Choose an argument research topic for Essay 3 (Research Paper). Essay 3 will be completed in stages over the course of 6weeks. This week you are simply required to tell me your research topic. Your research topic must be presented as a research question that begins with “Should.” It should be on a hot-button social issue or public policy issue. Here is an example of a research topic for an argument research paper:
Should medical marijuana be legalized in all 50 states?