Course: EAP reading and writing
Assignment: theme essay
Set date: week 4: January 5, 2015
Due date: week 8: February 6, 2015
Length : 800 or more typed words
Student submits a print out on February 6, 2015
Student emails an electronic version with correct file labeling name_ date_ (assignment name)_ center abbreviation.doc
Zhangxu_feb6_giver_sz.doc
Task details: Write a compare and contrast essay explaining the similarities and differences between china and the society in Lois Lowry’s The Giver
Discuss five topics including the following: government control, social engineering, genetic engineering, “release”
This means write at least 7 paragraphs including an introduction and conclusion.
Preview the body of the essay in the introductory paragraph
Use compare and contrast transitions
Provide the body of the essay in the introductory paragraph
Use compare and contrast transitions
Provide clear examples to support each topic sentence
Use paraphrasing, quotes, and proper MLA parenthetical citations
Add a separate works cited page with references in MLA format
Submit a printed final draft and email an electronic version
Plagiarism is forbidden and a violation of academic policy
Your essay must include research from Peng 2003; McLoughlin2005; Hudson 2011; Jowett 1991; and Lowry 2002

This contains assessment guides, formatting, for the writing task description
Basic requirements:
.word processed responses
.length: at least 800 words, excluding quotes.
.formatting: double-spaced, times new romans, 12 pt.
.margins: 1 inch(63.5px)
.no space between paragraphs; utilize ½ inch(1.27 cm) indention.
.header containing surname and page number
.in the left-hand corner list the following on consecutive lines: your name, your instructor’s name, the course, the date.
.this essay should be argumentative in structure and content. A clearly focused thesis statement is required.
.This writing task should contain clearly focused topic sentences.
.this essay should have at least five cited works, all cited using MLA citation style. These sources should all be English and should meet requirements for academic accuracy and reliability.