Housing the homeless

 RESEARCH ESSAY The purpose of this assignment is to allow you to further develop your ability to write a clear, concise argument essay that aims to persuade your audience. Through this essay you will also demonstrate the ability to find appropriate research materials, incorporate that research, and properly document that research using MLA style citations. Total Points Possible: 1,000 pts. ) Essay Length: 6-7 pages (plus Works Cited) Prompts: Something most people do not know enough about to appreciate Something people should be more concerned about Something people should preserve before it is too late Research Requirements: At least six secondary research sources, two of which are from Valencia’s library catalog and/or Valencia’s library databases, and one source that is print. Research sources must be documented using MLA style. Refer to the MLA source for Valencia Library at http://valenciacollege.edu/library/mla-apa-chicago-guides/. The online resource OWL Purdue is also excellent, as is OWL Excelsior. Your essay must have: An original title A strong opening sentence and introductory material A strong, clear thesis at the end of your introductory paragraph Body paragraphs with strong topic sentences At least six secondary documented sources, two of which are from Valencia’s library and/or Valencia’s library databases and one source that is print. Strong supporting details that support your topic sentences and thesis statement A conclusion