ELI 084 Academic Writing

1.  Read pp. 147-148.  Do Practice 2 in the book.  Use EACH of these: however, although, even though, despite the fact that, and whereas. 

2.  Read Reading 2 pp. 154-155 and Reading 2 pp. 158-160 and answer the question in the book.  These are not model essays, but they should help you understand how to develop your arguments.

3.  Create a list of arguments for BOTH sides of the controversial topic you have chosen.  Be prepared to defend either side in an informal debate on Tuesday.

4.  Finish reading Chapter 12 and do Editing Practice (pp. 207-208) in the book.

5.  Please go to Blackboard and sumbit your survey essay (click “View/Complete” under “Assignments.”)

For extra credit, you may revise your summary.  Remember to submit the graded draft with your revision.

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