Locate an article from a reputable source that addresses a current topic of debate, and use it to write an informative essay discussing the topic. Cite your source using MLA style for any internal citations and
provide a Works Cited. As you write, remember that essays will be graded with a six-point rubric based on
the APE nine-point scale. High-scoring essays will demonstrate that the writer considered the prompt
carefully and responded to it insightfully with strong supporting evidence. These essays will also exhibit
stylistic sophistication, including purposeful organization, precise diction, and engaging syntax. Whether
or not the essay is timed, conforming to the conventions of standard American English is expected. You
may use any of the tools available to you, such the Checklist, Spellchecker, or Graphic Organizer
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