Dear students,
These are the instructions for writing the Midterm Essay (Exemplification).
Please, read them carefully. You will not be able to submit any of the essays late. You will have 11 days to submit the rough drafts.
Write an exemplification essay of no fewer than 500 words and no more than 700 words on one of the topics from the list provided below. Do not change the titles of the essay. Use the same ones from the list.
1. Type of essay: Exemplification.
2. Topic: Select one of the following topics:
A. What Are the Advantages of Applying Computer Technology in Healthcare?
B. What Are the Benefits of Online Learning for University Students?
C. How Does Music Influence People’s Mood and Emotions?
D. Is Veganism a Solution for Health Problems?
E. Are Streaming Services (Netflix, Max, Peacock, etc.) Destroying Cable T.V?
3. The essay should have five (5) paragraphs only, no fewer than 500 words, and no more than 700 words.
4. The thesis statement must mention 3 points/reasons to be developed in the body paragraphs. It must be underlined.
Example of a thesis: College students should live at home because they can stay in touch with family, avoid distractions of dorm or apartment life, and save money.
5. Format: MLA (use the template and frame that are attached in the folder on Exemplification and MLA)
6. Documentation: You must use at least three (3) sources from reliable databases to document the information provided. There must be at least one in-text citation in each of the body paragraphs.
(Do NOT use Wikipedia, Yahoo.com as sources).
7. Due Date: Rough draft due date: Sunday, May 19, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.
Final draft due date: Sunday, May 26, at 11:59 pm. Eastern Standard Time.
(Due dates are never as far as they seem. I will not accept late submissions)
8. Similarities: Up to 20% of similarities will be accepted. Essays assisted by any ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE software will receive an F.
**You must use the MLA format exactly as it is; otherwise, you will lose 20 points automatically. Go to www.citefast.com to cite your sources correctly.
****You have plenty of time and information to write and submit your essay, so no excuses will be accepted at the end.
Underline your thesis statement and do NOT change the title of your essay (it has to be the same topic from the list)
Attach your essays in Word or PDF only. Do not use pages, for I will not be able to see your submission.
Below are some tips to help you write your essay.
Choose your essay structure carefully. Avoid including details that do not serve to advance or complete your essay. I expect your essay to contain a strong introduction that includes your essay’s thesis, a coherent and focused body that effectively transitions from paragraph to paragraph, and a rich conclusion that provides closure for your essay.
Use all the resources you have available to complete this exam. Refer to your textbook for strategies and tips on student writing. I strongly recommend that you read chapter 9 from the textbook.
Start with an Outline
What does the outline of an exemplification essay consist of? It implies jotting down single or several sentences for each of the examples you’ll use in your exemplification essay. Schematically, the outline looks like this:
· In paragraph 1, write one sentence outlining your topic, and one sentence describing your thesis statement.
· In paragraph 2, give several sentences to describe the first example and prove it with facts (in-text citation required).
· In paragraph 3, describe the second example and provide a short evidence (in-text citation required).
