Due Wednesday, December 7
Directions: Write an expository essay on one of the following prompts:
- Explain the likely consequences of requiring students to wear uniforms.
- Describe two ways computers have affected your life.
- Explain how to take care of a pet.
- Explain the popularity of digital cameras.
- Choose an invention that has had an important impact on how people live, work, or play. Explain why it is important.
Notes:
Your essay should be divided into three sections:
- An introductory paragraph that establishes what your essay will be about. The last sentence of your first paragraph should be your thesis statement. (Minimum three (3) sentences)
- Two body paragraphs that offer details. Each should have a topic sentence and four detail sentences, for a total of five (5) sentences each.
- A conclusion paragraph that restates your thesis and offers your final thoughts (Minimum three (3) sentences)
Your essay must be double-spaced and typed using any of the three following fonts: Times New Roman, Arial, or Cambria. (12 pt. Times or Cambria, 11 pt. Arial)
Your essay must have a proper heading in the upper left hand corner.
Spelling, punctuation, and grammar count! Do your best work.
Your title should appear on the top of the first page, centered, but it should not be in quotes or underlined, and it should be in the same size font as your essay. Make the title original and creative!
IMPORTANT: No emailed essays will be accepted for this assignment. You must type and print the essay. You will lose one letter grade for each day your essay is late.
