3.         For this essay, you need to choose from the following options:(a) The direct

3.         For this essay, you need to choose from the following options:
(a) The direct or indirect effects which a historical figure (e.g., a political leader, a
philosopher, or an artist) has had on your country, your race, your community, or your
family;
(b) The effects a significant public event or incident has had on your country, your race,
your community, or your family;
(c) Why some artistic work of a popular artist has affected your country, your race, your
community, or your family;
 (d) Why a TV show, a song, a video, or a movie has enjoyed an all-time popularity;
(e) Some causes of a social phenomenon, such as the rise in immigration, homelessness,
child abuse, or gang violence;
(f) Some causes and effects of a family, a social, or an institutional custom; or
(g) Some effects of a particular advertisement on your country, your race, your
community, or your family
4.         In the next few days, we will explore questions that will help you brainstorm and
write an interesting cause and effect essay.
5.         Remember that each type of writing has a purpose. When you select your details for the third major essay, make sure you find some purpose. That purpose will guide you in not only selecting the most important details, but also in arranging the details.
6.         With the purpose in mind, you will decide what goes in each of the intended paragraphs.
7.         Make the essay interesting. Formulate a clear and effective thesis statement. Use concrete examples to explain each loaded statement (i.e., your thesis statement and its topic sentences). Remember that all essays are effective when they make loaded statements and expand on them through examples, illustrative stories, and so on. This process also helps in identifying expert-related sources for a research essay.
8.         The essay should be 3-4 pages, with 3-5 research sources. In addition, it should be typewritten or computerized in double-spacing. If you use computer, make sure you use Times New Roman in 12 pts only.
9. Remember: This essay is intended for a college audience. Therefore, make sure you avoid slangs and other forms of informal language, including the widespread use of contractions.