Project Overview
Here is a quick overview of the advanced writing projects in this chapter.
A Comparison-Contrast Essay
A comparison-contrast essay explores the similarities and differences between two or more topics. (See pages 460–462.)
B Cause-Effect Essay
A cause-effect essay analyzes and explains the causes, the effects, or both the causes and effects of a particular event, occurrence, or situation. (See pages 463–465.)
C Lab Report
A lab report documents an experiment, from the beginning question and hypothesis to the conclusion. (See pages 466–469.)
D Argument Essay
An argument essay discusses a debatable issue, taking a particular stand or position. It supports the position with strong evidence and reliable logic. (See pages 469–471.)
E Problem-Solution Essay
A problem-solution essay identifies an unresolved problem and offers a solution or solutions to address it. (See pages 472–473.)
F Literary Analysis
A literary analysis examines the elements—theme, style, tone, etc.—in a piece of literature. The example analysis in this chapter analyzes a poem’s theme. (See pages 474–475.)
G College Admissions Essay
Many colleges ask prospective students to submit an essay or personal statement with their applications. A college admissions essay usually shares a story or lesson from the writer’s life. (See pages 476–477.)
H Research Paper
A research paper, formed from an in-depth study of a variety of sources, presents the writer’s ideas and understanding of a topic or an issue. (See pages 478–485.)
