Q Argumentation Essay • Write a 750-1000 word argumentation/persuasion essay using any approach as a method of development. • You must cite and purposefully incorporate a minimum of two references/sources. Research is required for this essay. o Use the CTC Library to find appropriate sources. Including the first two results for your topic on Google is not acceptable research. o An effective argumentative essay must have evidence to make its case; most arguments that occur in daily life happen in the heat of the moment and are more likely directed toward saving one's own pride than toward giving clear and supportive proof to one's claims. Writing Assignment • Purpose: to persuade • Method of Development: your choice • Choose your own topic, but make sure that it is something that can actually be argued. You cannot argue something that is a fact. You can argue for or against something. o Arguments that include or refer to any of the following topics are not allowed: abortion, gun control, vaccinations, video games and violence, religion, and the death penalty. • If you have something in mind but you are unsure if it will work as an argumentative/persuasive essay, please send me a message through the Messages link for assistance. Reminders • Brainstorm for topics. • Choose one topic, choose a method of development, and organize all details accordingly. • Research for appropriate evidence to support your argument. While you are researching, be sure to note all information necessary to fill out your Works Cited page for that entry. • Remember your conclusion and your Works Cited page in MLA format. Writing Approach Knowing how to brainstorm is going to save you from writing a weak essay. Also, knowing how to support your claims with evidence from outside sources will further strengthen your essay. For that reason, this assignment requires the use of two references/sources. In addition, you will add a Works Cited page at the end of your essay. Finally, your Works Cited page will be in MLA (Modern Language Association) format so that all information provided will be easy for your reader to find. Before attempting this essay: • Review all of the chapter sections located in Lessons 6 and 7. • Review the available documents and sources located at the Helpful Resources folder on the course menu. Important: Your paper will be checked for plagiarism using SafeAssign or similar third parties to review and evaluate for originality and intellectual integrity. Plagiarized papers, whether intentional or simply due to ignorance will receive a total grade ofzero. Read the following information on plagiarism. Submission Instructions Complete your assignment using word-processing software such as Microsoft Word (download free software at https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/education/products/office/) or LibreOffice (download free software at https://www.libreoffice.org/download). Save your file as a .doc or .docx file to ensure that it can be opened at any computer. Submit your assignment by selecting the "Argumentative Essay" title link, browsing to, and attaching your saved file. Make sure to select SUBMIT. You may view your posting both on this page and under My Grade (available under Tools).