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Let’s write another essay! This time the topic is about the practice of supporting athletics in American high schools. Make sure to read the entire prompt, including its long supporting quotation, to make sure you address the prompt, and not just the general topic.

Due Date: Sunday, September 21st at 1:00 p.m. via Google Drive.

Suggestions

• One of the great things about the AP persuasive argument is that you can use a wide variety of information and
  ideas to construct your argument. The downside is that you can use a wide variety of information and ideas.
• Stick with your best academic argument, limiting personal references and examples.
• Have a well-developed thesis that you stick with. Organization is paramount.
• Don’t be afraid to break the five paragraph mold. Use an organic structure that suits your argument, not some antiquated idea of what an essay looks like.
• Limit your use of outside quotations/direct research. Because you won’t be able to use outside sources on the AP exam, it’s important to practice writing without them.
• Definitely try to include at least one naysayer, if not one per body paragraph two and three.
• For this essay, remember some of the specific tips we discussed for the first one: developing a clear, argumentative thesis, weaving in examples rather than overdeveloping one or under-developing others, and engaging the reader with a STAMPY introduction.