Research PaperResearch question: What is the status of the American Dream today?Is it still alive and

Research Paper

Research question: What is the status of the American Dream today?

• Is it still alive and well? Can it be achieved by anyone who wants to work hard for it?
• Is it slowly dying? Are there any demographic groups that face insurmountable obstacles in the pursuit of their dream?
• Is it out of reach for most people?

Scope:

• You can focus on America as a whole or on a specific demographic group.

Rhetorical Strategy: Persuasion

• Formulate a clear opinion on the controversy.
• Support it with relevant evidence from credible sources.
• Your personal experiences and/or observations may be incorporated into the paper to illustrate information gleaned from research.

Research:

• At least three sources required
• While a google search may yield some valuable results, our library “databases” are strongly recommended for this assignment.
• MLA documentation: both in-text citations and corresponding Works Cited required

Length:  5-6 pages

Grading criteria:

Structure, development, and style (70 pts)

• Three- part structure
• Clear thesis
• Thesis supported with relevant supporting details (research and personal observations/experiences)
• Logical organization and smooth flow
• Academic style of writing

Quality of MLA-style source documentation (10 pts.)

Grammar, punctuation, mechanics (20 pts.)