What is a hero?

Paper must be in MLA style with works cited page and in – text citations. Paper will be checked for plagiarism through turn-it in.com

 

Review the Strategy Questions for Organizing Your Argument Essay in the “Creating an Informal Outline” section of Chapter 5, and then write a 1000-word response to the following question: What is a hero?.

 

In order to write a 1000-word response to a 5-word question, you’ll need to include a variety of sources and perspectives. Incorporate the following into your paper:

· your understanding of concept of a hero

· evidence of heroes or heroism in the stories from this module

· researched scholarly insight into the nature of heroes

· our Core Values of Excellence and/or Integrity

 

Strategy Questions for Organizing Your Argument Essay

1. Do you have a lead-in to “hook” your reader? (an example, anecdote, scenario, startling statistic, or provocative question)

2. How much background is required to properly acquaint readers with your issue?

3. Will your claim be placed early (introduction) or delayed (conclusion) in your paper?

4. What is your supporting evidence?

5. Have you located authoritative (expert) sources that add credibility to your argument?

6. Have you considered addressing opposing viewpoints?

7. Are you willing to make some concessions (compromises) toward opposing sides?

8. What type of tone (serious, comical, sarcastic, inquisitive) best relates your message to reach your audience?

9. Once written, have you maintained a third person voice? (No “I” or “you” statements)

10. How will you conclude in a meaningful way? (Call your readers to take action, explain why the topic has global importance, or offer a common ground compromise that benefits all sides?)