Write a 750-1000 word academic, argumentative essay rough (first) draft about a topic of your choice
Include in the heading the short form of the title in addition to the page numbers
You need to have at least ten citations (quotes or paraphrases) from ten different academic references. The more citations the merrier
Make sure you have a thesis statement in the intro, topic sentences in your paragraphs, a recognizable focus, transition within your body,
and avoidance of the twenty common errors we have studied
The typical academic font is 12 Times New Roman, double spaced--always and forever
If you have originality in your essay, you are eligible to get a 1.5 points bonus. Originality means that you discuss local or regional issues elaborately.