ESSAY #2 ESL 140

Opinion Essay

100 points

Q: Skills for Success Chapter Seven p. 182

Writing Style p. 201

Writing Assignment: In this assignment, you will write a four or five paragraph essay to give your opinion about a specific scientific discovery or type of exploration. This can include any kind of technology. I will be flexible about this topic, so if you want to change it, please talk to me or email me. Question: Is (this discovery/exploration) good?

Understanding and Using English Grammar Chapter 12

Wednesday, March 1 Short outline due

Friday, March 3 I will return your outline to you

Monday, March 6 First draft due. Bring 2 copies to class for peer-editing (10 points)

Friday, March 10 I will return first draft to you

Wednesday, March 15 Final Draft due (100 points)

Reading and Grammar Quizzes TBA

Friday, March 17 In-class writing test #2