Topic: This essay should assert a position about organ donations. Should donors be paid for organ donations? Why or why not?In your essay, you will choose a position
and develop an argument that supports your claim.  You must develop logical, research-supported points that reinforce your argument. Additionally, you should consider
opposing viewpoints and provide a successful refutation to these oppositions. Make sure your essay’s purpose clearly expresses your point of view, providing logical
and coherent reasoning for your argument.
Goal: Your goal is to convince a state legislator to create a legislative bill arguing for your case.Audience: Your local state legislator|| Tone: Formal and PersuasiveLength: Min.5 full pages (Works Cited page is not included in the page minimum, but you must have one.)
Sources:  You must incorporate at least 2 credible sources from the related readings in your SMG textbook on pages 220-28 to support your own points.   You may not use other outside sources for this essay.   These sources must be incorporated and cited properly with parenthetical citations AND a Works Cited page citation.
Traps to Avoid:• Not stating your opinion as fact (do not use “I think,” “I believe,” or “in my opinion”)• The universal “you” and any form of the word || Failing to support your findings with solid examples• Contractions—separate your words!
Some helpful hints on the writing of the essay:• Create an outline! Refer back to the activities and notes created during class time.• Don’t just use some less than stellar subject. Use one that you find interesting!• Use your time wisely!• Focus primarily on details, details, details and examples, examples, examples.• Refer to this website for MLA 8th edition help: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/
Revision: You will NOT be able to revise this essay!
Due Dates:November 16th  — Drafting/Conferencing in-classNovember 21st– Drafting/Conferencing in-classNovember 28th– Drafting/Conferencing in-classNovember 30th —   Peer Review: Bring a completed copy to class (5%)December 5th  – Last Minute Bookkeeping/conference time/revision time December 7th – Essay #4 Due via D2L Dropbox + hardcopy in-class