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    Hillary Weiss

    GSW 1120

    Essay # 2: Multiple Source Essay (MSE)


    Task/Objective
    For your second essay, you will be synthesizing information from five or more sources to
    support your position of an issue. This essay is due Friday, February 27th at the beginning of
    class. Remember, this essay is revisable.
    Preparation
    Read Chapter 4 Explanatory Synthesis and Chapter 5 Argument Synthesis, in WARAC.
    Read Chapter 18 Summarizing, Paraphrasing, and Quoting Sources and Chapter 19
    Synthesizing Sources in Kirzner & Mandells The Brief Wadsworth Handbook.
    Topic Choice
    Throughout this essay, you will be answering the question, What is the most prominent source
    of happiness? using the articles from WARAC and articles provided by the instructor. If your
    answer is that money is the most prominent source of happiness, you need to use the sources to
    aid your thesis. Answers to this question may include:
    - Experiential purchases
    - Meaningful relationships
    - A strong support system
    - Setting and completing goals
    - Something else
    Make sure that you include reasons why this topic is the most prominent source of happiness.
    For example, if I was arguing that volunteering is the most prominent source of happiness,
    perhaps my reasons (body paragraphs) include:
    -

    It helps you connect with people


    You are improving other peoples lives
    It is a win-win situationyou are improving others lives and the volunteer also feels
    good

    Again, you must develop an argument based off only the articles in The Pursuit of Happiness
    and the outside sources the instructor provides.
    These outside sources come from Jerome Librarys EBSCO Academic Search Complete and reputable
    websites, resources that student may choose to use for future essay writing.

    Structure or Organization
    Introductory Paragraph(s)
    An effective hook which makes the reader want to read the rest of the essay (i.e. an anecdote, a
    surprising example or statistic, a memorable quote) and general information on the topic that
    leads to your thesis. The thesis must be argumentative and should include your points/reasons
    that support your argument.
    Point/Reason Paragraphs

    Topic sentence --your point/reason in your own words, not from source --reflects what the
    paragraph is about --serves as a transition between points/reasons
    Explain your point first
    Then, incorporate sources (at least 2 different ones) --introduce sources used for the first time-full name, information on author(s), name of work, etc.; once they're introduced the first time,
    you may refer to just their last name(s) --discuss the source info you integrate (explain what the
    author means, its relationship to your point/argument); don't just "stick" your quote in (no standalone quotes); remember to cite source info. Use words to signal synthesis between sources and
    between sources and your argument. Wrap up your point in your own words, not a source's.
    Tie discussion back to your point of argument.
    Counter-arguments
    What does your opposition say about your argument as a whole or some of your main
    points/reasons that support your argument? Explain how they disagree with you in a counterargument paragraph.
    Place counter-argument either before or after the point/reason that it addresses or if it is a
    counter-argument to your argument as a whole, place it after your introduction
    You must either refute (argue back) or concede (make concession that they bring up a valid
    point but that your argument is still the most reasonable for certain reasons) the counterarguments.
    Make it clear to the reader that someone else is presenting the counter argument and also make
    it clear that you are speaking when the answer to the counter argument begins.
    Concluding Paragraph
    Wrap up your argument
    Highlight/Remind readers of your main points
    Explain why your argument is important or should be considered
    Consider pointing out consequences if your argument isn't considered

    Checklist for your Multiple Source essay


    Has a clear and debatable thesis--not stating a topic or making an assertion.
    The focus is on an argument--not a descriptive or informative focus.
    Is organized according to points and not around sources.
    Shows a true synthesis and integration of sources.
    At least two paragraphs with synthesis
    Sources are not used to argue the thesis, but used for support of your argument.
    Shows your involvement in the debate of the issue--the sources do not dominate the essay.
    Includes all the elements of an argumentative essay.
    Consistently maintains a reasonable tone and attitude--no ranting or raving.
    Reads clearly, logically, smoothly, and coherently.

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    Due Dates for the Multiple Source essay


    Typed Initial Proposaldue at 5:00 PM Thursday, Feb. 5th,
    Typed Sources Proposaldue at the beginning of class, Monday, Feb. 9th
    Typed First draftdue at the beginning of class, Wednesday, Feb. 11th
    Typed rough draftdue at the beginning of class, Wednesday, Feb. 18th
    Final typed draftdue at the beginning of class, Friday, Feb. 27th

    Format / Length
    The essay should be approximately 4 + pages, word-processed or typed, double-spaced using
    MLA page format. The works cited page does not count toward 4 pages; itll be page 6. Use
    one-inch margins on all sides of the pages, standard 12-pt. font. No handwritten or sloppy drafts
    will be accepted.
    Required:
    You must have at least 5 cited sources for this essay. All sources must be a combination of
    articles from the WARAC Pursuit of Happiness chapter and sources the instructor has
    provided on Canvas. At least three of the sources must be WARAC articles.
    You must document (MLA style) your sources parenthetically and on a works-cited page.
    Follow the MLA documentation.
    Important: Save all your prewriting, including the research proposal, assignment sheet, note
    synthesis sheets, source annotations, peer review worksheets, outline, and all rough drafts,
    including the rough draft with my comments. You must submit these, along with your selfevaluation sheet and final draft, and during the portfolio submission.
    Final Comments
    Final drafts receive final evaluations; however, a revised final draft can be submitted within one
    week after the finals are returned in class. I encourage you to schedule conferences with me
    and/or with a Writing Center tutor, as you need assistance with your essay.

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