Confederate Flag Controversy

ENGLISH COMPOSITION: Confederate Flag Controversy

First Step

The first stages of the research writing process involve topic selection, formulation of a research question, preliminary research, and the development of a working thesis statement. Now you will begin identifying and evaluating sources to determine how effectively they can support your argument.

For this task, you will create an annotated bibliography by finding 10 sources for your research paper, listing the sources in APA format on a reference page, and providing an annotation for each source. The purpose of an annotated bibliography is to summarize sources, evaluate their credibility, and assess their relevance.

Requirements:

• Compose an appropriate, arguable thesis statement that previews two to four main points.
• Create an annotated bibliography of 10 credible sources that you plan to use in your research paper.
• Provide a full, APA-formatted reference citation for each source.
• Provide an annotation (suggested length of 150 words) for each source that includes the following:

1. a summary of the information presented in the source
2. an analysis of the credibility of each source
3. an analysis of the relevance of each source to your chosen topic

• Provide an annotation that is written in your own words, without excessive use of direct quotation or extensive paraphrasing, for each source from part B.

Second Stage

In this task, you will write the final draft of your paper. Aim for a polished, error-free submission. The writing tone for your research paper should be formal and appropriate for academic writing. The information in the essay should be based on credible source material.

The paper must follow APA documentation guidelines, and any sources that you cite in the paper must be included in the reference list. Likewise, any source in the reference list must also be cited in your paper.

A.  Write a cohesive, argumentative research paper (suggested length of 10–15 pages) in which you do the following:

• • Provide an effective introduction.
  • Provide an appropriate thesis statement that previews two to four main points.
  • Develop each of the main points in effective paragraphs with support from a variety of sources.
  • Provide an effective conclusion.

B.  Include at least 7 academically credible sources in your essay.

• • For your sources, include all in-text citations and references in APA format.