1. Using at least three examples, two of which must come from the common readings (those that are in our textbook), write a paper explaining how these readings represent perspectives of the Catholic Intellectual Tradition on one of the fundamental claims below. You must use at least two sources (readings).
1. Human beings exist in relation to a Triune God.
2. God’s presence in the world is mediated through nature and reality.
3. Faith and reason are compatible.
4. The dignity of the human being is inviolable and the commitment to justice for the common good is necessary.
(Short Version: 1 core question. 3 examples (paraphrases or quotes). 2 examples must be from the textbook. Must use at least 2 sources/readings.)
Your essay must:
1. Identify a clear thesis statement
2. Use appropriate content to illustrate the thesis statement.
3. Evaluate/interpret the textual evidence that is presented
4. Organize and synthesize evidence to present a coherent explanation.
5. Produce a clear, well-organized essay in which sources are cited properly and which conforms to the conventions of standard written English.
Technical requirements:
o 3-5 pages (not counting Works Cited page)
o MLA Format
o Double spaced
o Times New Roman, 12-pt font
o Standard margins
o Unique title for the paper (Not the name of the assignment)
o In-text citations whenever you paraphrase, summarize, or quote from one of the sources
o A Works Cited page
You must include
o An introduction ending in a THESIS STATEMENT (the point that you will prove)
o A conclusion that summarizes your evidence and restates your thesis. (Basically, the conclusion should look like an executive summary of your argument.)
o In-text (parenthetical) citations for any material you use from a source/reading, whether you quote or paraphrase it.
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