Writing Prompt Write an argumentative essay that states your position on whether or
not a college education in the 21st century is worthwhile. Remember to use
information from the "Is a College Education Worth It?" passage set to
support your response.
Manage your time carefully so that you can
• read the passages;
• plan your essay;
• write your essay; and
• revise and edit your essay.
Be sure to
• include a claim;
• address counterclaims;
• use evidence from multiple sources; and
• avoid overly relying on one source.
Your response should be in the form of a multi-paragraph essay.