Assignment Write a comparisoncontrast essay using the block
Assignment: Write a comparison/contrast essay using the block method to compare and contrast one specific linguistic item or area in the English and Korean languages. The focus is the demonstration of why English is difficult or easy to learn. Follow these instructions: 1. Write 4 paragraphs including an introduction, 2 supporting paragraphs and a conclusion. As well, you must include a title 2. Each paragraph is to be 6 sentences (exactly) 3. Sentences have to be at least 8 words long 4. The essay must be written in the impersonal voice 5. A minimum of 3 different sources must be included at the end of the essay under a section entitled References. List them in alphabetical order by author’s family name. When a reference is used anywhere in the essay, indicate the reference used. For example: The optimal vocabulary list for learners should include at least 500 words (Swan, 1999, p. 25). 6. When using the exact words from a source, use quotation marks followed by the reference ex. “optimal vocabulary list” (Swan, 1999, p. 25) 7. Double-space and number every page 8. This essay is due by 18: 00 on Wednesday, December 15 (Thursday, December 16 for Tues class). Late submissions will be penalized-one point per day late. Submit to my office 9. Write your student number, and your name in Hangeul at the top of page 1 -no cover pages please!
Sample Thesis Statement-Block Method Essay Thesis Statement: This essay will demonstrate that the English language is difficult/easy to learn by analyzing the differences and similarities in subjacency between the English and Korean languages.
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