

You will write a formal argumentative essay following the traditional (claim with reasons) model, incorporating research from a variety of sources to support a position/thesis: Is College the Best Option? You are required to use four sources for your research: at least two of which must come from the section in your text (They Say / I Say, Is College the Best Option, pp. 205-295). Your remaining 2 sources should come from reputable, creditable academic databases, preferably from those available in NCLive in the Wake Tech library. Your essay’s position/thesis must be supported by at least three reasons, each of which will include at least two in-text citations (direct quotes and/or summarizations) from your four sources. Your essay will demonstrate a solid understanding of the critical thinking skills and argumentative strategies learned in ENG 112 to support your thesis. Essays should be at least 1,200 words in length (not including Works Cited page).