Explain an important and interesting concept, one you already know well or are just learning about. Consider what your readers are likely to know and think about the concept, what they are likely to find interesting about the topic, what you might want them to learn about it, and whether you can research it sufficiently in the time you have. Context Although it seems obvious that commonalities can unite us, sometimes solidarity is built upon hate and aggression. Take, for example, “The Meme-ing of Trigger Warnings” by Rosa Alexander found in The St. Martin’s Guide to Writing: trigger warnings, which were once meant to unite, have morphed into divisive microaggressions.  Essay 2 asked you to present a profile of your community’s culture—Essay 3 allows you to explain a concept to your readers. Essay 3’s objectives will show that you can: In a focused explanation of a concept,  present a clear, logical organization of formal research— integrating your information in an unbiased, engaging, and purposeful essay.   Assignment Requirements Chapter 4 (pages 106-153) of The St. Martin’s Guide to Writing addresses how to compose an Explaining a Concept essay. Essay 3’s assignment requirements reflect the aforementioned objectives as follows:   For Essay 3, I invite you to choose an important and interesting concept and explain it in an essay. Is it a topic that you can research sufficiently in the time you have? Your paper will present an academic essay that must anticipate what your readers are likely to know and think about your subject. To achieve a clear and logical organization, combine smooth source integration with appropriate explanatory strategies.  Rather than simply producing a report of widely accepted information, the focus of the essay should be on an overarching purpose or theme within your topic so that readers will easily understand why your essay warrants their attention and interest. General Info & Deadlines Strict MLA formatting required—see SMG Ch. 20; use personal pronouns if appropriate. In addition to the official 1ABC rubric, I will assess your essay using the requirements detailed in this prompt.  Paper length minimum: 1,500 words.