This is an argumentative essay. The essay should have an introduction with a clearly stated thesis, three reasons to support the thesis, a counter-argument, and conclusion. It should also cite sources in a bibliography/works cited/references page and be styled according to APA, Chicago or MLA format (whichever you prefer). It should be around 2000 words (approximately 8 double-spaced pages). It must be typed in a reader-friendly font, e.g., 12-pt Times New Roman.
keep in mind things like the four merits of arguments, intellectual virtues, inference indicator words, the Principle of Charity, paraphrasing expressions as statements, and so forth. But these do not need to be specifically noted in your essay; just do them.
Important: This is essay should be about how sport betting is illegal
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction
The introduction should introduce readers to the topic, give a clear thesis statement and preview the paper’s argument.
IMPORTANT: After the introduction paragraph, present your argument in standard clarifying format (GGR, p. 56). This is the only part of the essay in which class jargon should be used.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReason 1
One of three main reasons given to support the conclusion. Each reason should be clearly identified and supported with evidence.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReason 2
One of three main reasons given to support the conclusion. Each reason should be clearly identified and supported with evidence.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReason 3
One of three main reasons given to support the conclusion. Each reason should be clearly identified and supported with evidence.
Counter-Argument
The essay should include a counter-argument and response. Tell the reader why a critic might object and why such an objection should be dismissed (or how we should reconsider the thesis in light of the objection).
Conclusion
The conclusion should briefly summarize the main points of the essay, including the three reasons and the counter-argument. Then, readdress the thesis in light of the essay’s argument. In other words, tell the reader why your discussion of reasons and a counter-argument helps enlighten our thinking about the original topic.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBibliography & Readability
The essay should be styled in either APA, Chicago or MLA format. Use whichever you prefer. Sources must be cited in a bibliography/works cited/references page. Essays should be proof-read and free of errors, especially errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.
The essay should opposite with the given file.
