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21st-century Inventions

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Persuasive Essay Assignment: Which 21st-century invention has had the largest impact on society?The purpose of this essay is to develop a clear argument in the form of a well-formed, compelling academic thesis statement, and support it through a well-organized, logical, and persuasive multi-paragraph essay.In your essay, you will focus on a specific innovation/invention of the 21st century that you believe has had the largest impact on society. Your essay will make a specific recommendation, describe the specific benefits it provides, and even give insight or recommendations about the future. Your essay should provide compelling arguments and support for your position as well as address and respond to counterarguments against your position.Basic Essay OrganizationIntroduction:Captures the reader’s attention, provides sufficient background information to orient your reader to your topic and introduces the thesis. The thesis is a single sentence that states the main idea (your claim/argument) of the whole essay.Body paragraphs:Support and develop the thesis with explanations, examples, and specific details.Each paragraph makes a specific point that supports the thesis (in the form of a topic sentence) and develops that point with evidence and analysis.Give evidence to support your argument using facts and numbers.Bring an analysis to your ideas.You should also address at least one specific counterargument(s) against your position, as well as give your rebuttal/response.Conclusion:Reemphasizes and reinforces the thesis and main supporting ideas.Reinforces the importance of the idea you are arguing forEssay formattingFont: Times New Roman; 12-point fontDouble-spaced, one-inch marginsAPA (American Psychological Association) in-text citationsLength: 1000-1500 words (approximately 4-6 pages, double-spaced)Essays that do not meet the format requirements will be marked down by up to 5%.
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