Approaches to Writing - Assignment 4A - List of Main Points
Assignment 4A - List of Main Points
(Estimated Completion Time: 15 - 60 minutes)
What is the assignment?

Review your Research Paper Tentative Thesis Statement (Assignment 3B). With your tentative thesis statement in mind, generate a list of at least three main points that support your tentative thesis statement. Make sure all three main points relate directly to your thesis, offering a reason "why" or "how" the thesis is true. Also make sure your main points are phrased as completed sentences.

When is it due? See the Calendar for the due date.
How do I submit the assignment?

Submit your list to Kenn via WebCT e-mail. Before your list, after the title, also write your Research Paper Subject, Topic, Question, and Tentative Thesis Statement. On your e-mail subject line, write List of Main Points.

How do I generate a list of main points?

Try any of the following writing, research, or reading activities, each of which has been designed to help you to generate your list of main points. You are required to review them all and try at least one that looks promising.

Any final suggestions? Read the "Scoring Criteria" and "Helpful Hints" before submitting this assignment.
Any questions or comments for Kenn?

Where do I go next?
After submitting Assignment 4A, go to "Subpoints."

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