Chapter 5

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I think his chapter a good refresher on how to brainstorm to get to a more specific topic. I like how it gave examples on how to brainstorm and get from a general topic to being place and time specific.  It reminded me that when I’m looking at my sources that I need to check the background on the author writing it and think about why they are writing that piece. I agree that a person should choose a topic they like because in the past I’ve been assigned topics and it’s such a drag and bore to do it. I wasn’t completely sure what a proposal was and this passage clarified that for me. I now know I need a research question, research on the topic, and a summary, along with an explanation of why I chose this topic and the challenges I may face. When writing a research paper its best to stay on topic and consider who the audience is, along with staying focused on the purpose of the essay. 

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  1. UnknownOctober 4, 2017 at 5:21 PM

    I found it important that what you pick is based on something you like. Otherwise the essay does not flow and sounds like its something you dont want to do.

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