Proposal Essay Assignment
ENG 122
Proposal Essay Assignment
For this assignment you will be writing a 2-3 page proposal essay.
This essay must begin with an introduction that engages the reader and a thesis statement that proposes a solution to a problem. From there, you will need a body that describes a problem, provides a plan for solving the problem, and names the necessary qualifications needed for the people involved. Finally, you will need a conclusion that addresses costs and benefits.
This paper must utilize APA formatting and use at least 3 reliable sources.
Examples of Proposal Arguments:
How to raise money for something or someone that is currently lacking funds.
How to streamline a process or make it easier.
How to create or implement something new to address a problem.
Resources for this Assignment:
- Chapter 14 of Argument Today includes:
- Possible structural patterns (page 284)
- How to organize and draft your refutation (pages 288-293)
- 10 things you need to know about proposal writing (page 295)
- Example proposal: pages 297-304 in Argument Today
