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College of Arts and Sciences

Seton Hall University.     Department of English.

  English 1201

Course Assignments:

Exploratory Essay
    for students
    for instructors

Analytical Essay I
    for students
    for instructors

Analytical Essay II
    for students
    for instructors

Persuasive Essay
    for students
    for instructors

Research Essay
    for students
    for instructors

 

 
 
 

Unit 5: Persuasive Essay

 

 

 

Goal:

Students will write a paper taking a position on an issue, with the focus on developing a persuasive argument. They must use two of the text essays to support their position. The purpose of this assignment is to develop students' ability to construct a convincing argument and use textual material in support of that argument.

Requirements:

At least four readings from the text, one rhetorical strategy, one stylistic concept, one research concept, at least one grammar concept. More information on these requirements can be found in the 1201 template. Paper length: 3-5 pages (750-1250 words).