WRITING A "MY TURN" PERSONAL ESSAY

Select a current national or global issue that has been discussed, in depth, on the Newshour.

After watching the program or reading the transcript, write a "My Turn" essay expressing your personal feelings about the subject. Use the following activities to help you prepare for the essay. The essay should be typed and be approximately 500-600 words.

This sheet is to be attached to the completed essay.

1. What is the issue: ____________________________
2. What is the source of information on this issue:_____________________
3. What are the major facts relating to this issue?

4. What are your opinions and feelings about this issue and how do they impact your interpretation of the facts?

5. How do you think this issue impacts your community? Your country? The World?

6. What do you think the future significance of this issue will be?

7. What is the main idea of your essay?

8. List supporting arguments and/or details for your position.

9. What will be the attention-grabbing lead of your essay?

10. What will be the conclusion of your essay?

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