Answer & Explanation:Persuasive Essay Rough Draft This essay explores the
persuasive mode, one of the more common kinds of writing youΒll
experience throughout your college and professional career. Your goal is
to persuade your audience to consider your position on a controversial
subject. Understand, there is seldom a definitive right or wrong answer
in anything. You should anticipate the real possibility that some of
your readers will not initially agree with you on your stance. Part of
this essay requires that you take opposing viewpoints into consideration
when making your argument. By truthfully representing the strengths of
your opponentΒs point of view, you show that you have considered more
than one option when making your decision. This gives you more clout
with your audience. Criteria The rough draft of your essay should contain the following basic features: A well-defined issue that is controversial by natureA clear thesis sta
tement that demonstrates the position you will be taking throughout the essayA treatment of at least three reputable sources, at least one drawn from the EBSCO database, and at least one of them supporting your claimA counter argument with at least one credible source defending the opposing viewpointA refutation to or compromise with the counter argumentIf you have any difficulty finding sources in EBSCO, please contact the Grantham librarian at [email protected] In addition to the above, the rough draft of your essay should be: From 900 to 1200 words in length, typed in Times New Roman, 12pt. font, double-spaced, with one inch marginsWritten primarily in third personEdited for spelling, mechanical, grammatical, and typing errors Please
note: you will have the opportunity to revise and perfect this essay,
but you should do your best to make this draft as complete as possible
so you can receive more relevant feedback from your instructor.