ENG 105 - Definition (Essential and Extended)

Remember - Essential definitions demand a few things of us: an item (the term to be defined); a broad category (that the term can be classified under); and distinguishing features or characteristics (what separates this term from other members of the broad category).

Be sure to avoid the following common errors in essential definitions:
Circular definition - We cannot use the word we are defining in the definition.
Overly broad definition - Avoid leaving out characteristics that separate the item from others.
Overly narrow definition - Avoid adding so many characteristics that items that apply no longer fit using your final definition.
Omission of broad category - Avoid saying: The term 'is when/is where'. Without the broad category, the reader has no reference for your definition.

When writing extended definitions, remember to illustrate. Give examples that show how the item or term you are defining is different from other members of the broad category. Think (if applicable) about the etymology or origin of your term/item - discuss. A useful tactic sometimes is to use antonymy or negation. Spend some time showing your reader what your term/item is NOT rather than what it IS.

Check out this resource for some more info:
http://ksdl.ksbe.edu/writingresource/definition.html

Rogerian Arguments 27/9/12

Draft a Rogerian outline on one of the following prompts for Tuesday 2nd October 2012. All provided sources must be included in a Works Cited page. Do not cite blog comments. Only cite the article.

The Banning of large sugary drinks in New York.
Exigence: Large-Size Sugary Drink Ban Passes In NYC, Opponents Vow A Fight
Supportive: Why Bloomberg Is Right
Critical: Why Bloomberg's War on Soda Will Fail

Lupe Fiasco's "Bitch Bad" and its effectiveness in countering misogyny in hiphop.
Exigence: Lupe Fiasco - Bitch Bad Lyrics and explanation here
Additional exigence: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2012/08/24/lupe-fiasco-bitch-bad_n_1827932.html
Supportive: Rapper Lupe Fiasco Weighs In on the B-Word: ‘Bitch Bad, Woman Good, Lady Better’
Critical: Rap's Long History of 'Conscious' Condescension to Women

Fining and sentencing for marijuana possession in the BVI
Exigence: Article 1 Article 2 Sistah Joyce fined $40K For Marijuana
From the Drug Trafficking Offences Act, 1992: 9 (2): "Where the whole or any part of an amount ordered to be paid remains unpaid after such period as the Court may determine the defendant shall be sentenced to imprisonment in accordance with the following table -
Where the amount does not exceed $10,000 - 6 months
Where the amount exceeds $10,000 but does not exceed $20,000 - 12 months
Where the amount exceeds $20,000 but does not exceed $200,000 - 18 months
Where the amount exceeds $200,000 but does not exceed $400,000 - 2 years
Where the amount exceeds $400,000 but does not exceed $1,000,000 - 3 years
Where the amount exceeds $1,000,000 but does not exceed $4,000,000 - 5 years
Where the amount exceeds $4,000,000 - 10 years

(3) Where- (a) a warrant of committal is issued for a default in payment of an amount ordered to be paid under section 5 in respect of an offence or offences; and (b) at the time the warrant is issued, the defendant is liable to serve a custodial sentence in respect of the offences, the term of imprisonment to be served in default of payment of the amount shall not begin to run until after the expiry of the term mentioned in paragraph (b)."

Supportive: Why We Should Not Legalize Marijuana
Critical: Sowande Uhuru calls for decriminalization of marijuana

ENG 105 - Annotated Bibliography

Students. Remember you need to start on your research and the Annotated Bibliography. You can start sending those in next week and I hope to have all final Annotated Bibliographies received by April 16th so we can chat about them in your meetings.

Tips for Selection of Topics and Final Topics to Avoid

Start thinking of topics that….

• Relate to or affect the BVI or the Caribbean
• Politics
• Social Issues
• Transportation
• Think of your HOBBIES or personal interests that you have (fashion, cars, music, religion sports etc.)
• Think of your degree that you are seeking here at HLSCC (Business, English, math, law, teaching ect.) There are MANY issues that surround your career interests!

Topics to AVOID: (There are NO Exceptions)

• Marijuana
• Ergonomics
• Gay lifestyle
• Death Penalty
• Abortion
• Deforestation
• Mangroves
• Divorce
• Videogames
• Sex education
• The Beef Island, Scrub Island, or Oil Nut Bay projects
• Child Abuse
• Assisted suicide
• The BiWater/Ocean Conversion controversy

***Remember you are writing an ARGUMENTATIVE TOPIC; therefore, pick a topic that has more than one side to the issue.

ENG 107 Poetry Essay Question

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Analyze how the passage of time is explored in three or more poems that you have read. How have these poets used time to communicate their ideas?

Note: Several of the poems we have read are applicable here. Themes that are closely related to the passage of time should be explored as well. You are expected to clearly illustrate your points with relevant quotations and presentation of evidence from the poems themselves.

In addition to your response to your selected question (at least 3 pages), it is expected that you will provide a source separate from the stories and authors selected. Start your research on all facets of your chosen question as soon as possible. If you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact me

Essay to be in Arial or Times 12pt font and double spaced.

Be sure to cite in accordance with MLA guidelines.

This essay is DUE Thursday, March 22^nd 2012.

NO EXCEPTIONS

ENG 105 - Sample Rogerian Arguments.

Follow the links to read sample Rogerian arguments.

Helmets: Life or Liberty?
Stars and Stripes Forever
To Obey or Not To Obey

Illustration Resources

Sinclair

WJU

Giving Examples Exercises