Description

You are to write a 500-750 word argumentative/persuasive essay on ONE of the following topics. You may use your dictionary, your thesaurus, your St. Martin's Handbook, and your Longman Reader.

You have two hours to write.
Select only ONE question to answer.
Timed Test This test has a time limit of 2 hours.This test will save and submit automatically when the time expires.

Warnings appear when half the time, 5 minutes, 1 minute, and 30 seconds remain.
Multiple Attempts Not allowed. This test can only be taken once.

Force Completion Once started, this test must be completed in one sitting. Do not leave the test before clicking Save and Submit.

Question 1

• Essay Topic Choice #1: Should the government impose a fat-tax on fattening foods in stores and restaurants? Write an essay explaining why you believe this is or is not a good idea. Remember to support your claims with clear examples.
• Essay Topic Choice #2: "Many universities offer courses on TV shows. Some recent course titles include: "Issues in Rock Music & Rock Culture" (Columbia University), "Star Trek" (California State University-Chico), and "Vampires: The Undead" ( University of Pennsylvania)."
• Leo, John. "The New Trivial Pursuit." US News & World Report. 30 Aug. 1999.
• Should non-traditional classes like those named above contribute to a college's goal of offering "the best education possible"? Make sure to define the term "best education" in your essay