Assignment task:
Using the section from Chapter 8 entitled "Guide to writing an argument of fact," plan, research, and write a paper that explores an issue of factual disagreement that is relevant and significant in modern society. See the examples on page 181 to get a sense of the types of claims an argument of fact paper might center around. Feel free to use one of the "Projects" prompts from the end of the chapter (page 186) as the inspiration for your paper.
In basic terms, your paper should identify a topic of significance about which there is reasonable factual disagreement in society, and then explore ways to get a better sense of what the actual facts of the matter are. Again, use the section from Chapter 8 to guide your writing; if you follow the steps outlined there, your paper will be off to an excellent start.
Here are some ideas for topics to explore--however, you are free to choose a different topic, if you prefer:
- Dietary lifestyles (plant-based/vegan, paleo, low carb, etc)
- Energy/power sources (fossil fuels, renewable/solar/wind, nuclear, etc)
- Universal basic income (UBI)
- Student loan debt forgiveness
Your paper should be 1500 words in length, formatted properly in MLA style, properly cite at least 3 sources to help contextualize and support your claims, and include a properly formatted MLA Works Cited page.