INSTRUCTIONS:
Create an academic essay of at least 4 full pages, no more than 5 pages of text. 3rd person (he, she, they, someone, everyone, people, the general public, etc.) point of view voice should be used in the essay. There should not be first person “I” or second person “you” voice. Apply MLA formatting to the essay: 12 pt. Times New Roman font, double-spaced, 1” margins, last name and page number in the upper right-hand corner, and a left centered heading including your name, class, instructor’s name, and date. Also include a title. Apply basic composition skills: topic sentences, thesis statement, logical and effective organization, effective integration of sources, transitions, and incorporating appropriate content. Understand and apply standard written English. Use appropriate vocabulary and avoid mechanical and grammatical errors. Integrate and use 4 credible sources (no more, or no less). Sources (books, articles, essays, websites). Create a works cited page (does not count towards the overall word count of the actual essay).