INSTRUCTIONS:
Write a 750-1000 word essay about a topic in which you argue for the
existence of a particular phenomenon by stating a generalization about the
topic. Then you will support that generalization (in the form of a thesis
statement) by choosing to write a single-example illustration essay or a
multiple-example illustration essay (see Unit V, Lesson 2). The essay should be
written in the style and form described within Unit V. Purpose: Throughout Unit
V, we have discussed the conventions of the illustration essay. The purpose of
this assignment is to measure your mastery of those conventions by putting your
knowledge to practice. In a larger context, the purpose of EH 1010, English
Composition I 4 writing an illustration essay is to convey an idea to the
reader by providing illustrations (examples) that will solidify the existence
of a topic. Process: For the illustration essay, you will complete the
following steps: 1. Choose a topic: See the methods for developing a topic and
the suggested list of topics in Unit V, Lesson 3. 2. Decide if you want to
write a single-example or multiple-example essay: See Unit V, Lesson 2, for
more instruction on the differences between single-example and multiple-example
essays. 3. Collect illustrations: See Unit V, Lesson 1, for more information
about different kinds of illustrations. See Unit V, Lesson 4, for more
information about how to gather illustrations. 4. Craft your thesis statement:
See Unit V, Lesson 5, for more information on how to write a thesis. Note that
you want to craft your thesis according to whether you choose to write a
single-example or a multiple-example essay. 5. Draft the essay: For each
section of the essay, see the following: Unit V, Lesson 6, for the
introduction; Unit V, Lesson 7, for the body paragraphs; and Unit V, Lesson 8,
for the conclusion. Stylistic details: All essays must meet the following
requirements: • 750-1000 words. • Write in Times New Roman, 12 pt. font. •
Include one-inch margins on all sides. • Use double spacing (top-to-bottom
every page, to include above and below titles and centered words). • Include an
APA title page (for all essays) and reference list that includes all of the
sources used in the essay. • Include a header. • Include page numbers
(upper-right corner only). • Adhere to APA convention and documentation style
(See the CSU citation guide for assistance.). • At least one source is
required. All sources used must be cited.
SOLUTION:
Illustration Essay: Positive and Negative
Effects of Technology on Society
Student’s Name
Institution/Affiliation
Date
Today, arguments concerning technology are rife.
According to Bailey and Leornadi (2015), the society derives both positive and
negative effects from the use of technology. The prevalence of technology has significantly
affected many areas of the society in positive ways, most especially in social
networking. For that reason, technology is fundamental to the growth of
humankind because the continuous advancement in technology has made life easier
while creating platforms for opening up opportunities that were not in
existence before. The present society
depends on technology considering it is an integral part of it, underlined by
the ease at which information is disseminated across the globe. Gradually,
technology has become the very fabric that society has been built upon. Technology
is a double-edged sword nonetheless it is imperative to acknowledge that
technology has positive effects on the various...
GET THE WHOLE PAPER!
Not exactly what you need?
