Select three topics that interest you most and identify two credible sources for each topic. Note: This is one of several parts that will build toward a final draft of your persuasive writing research paper.

1. Explain the reason for selecting topic one, identify the audience, and provide a preliminary thesis statement. 
2. Explain the reason for selecting topic two, identify the audience, and provide a preliminary thesis statement. 
3. Explain the reason for selecting topic three, identify the audience, and provide a preliminary thesis statement. 
4. Identify and document six credible sources (two for each topic) that you would expect to use. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting guidelines:

• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the professor's name, the course title, and the date. 

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Recognize the elements and correct use of a thesis statement. 
• Associate the features of audience, purpose, and text with various genres.
• Recognize correct APA documentation and reasons to document and avoid plagiarism.  
• Write clearly and concisely about selected topics using proper writing mechanics.  
• Use technology and information resources to research selected issues for this course.

Appendix D: ENG 215 Topics for Persuasive Writing Research Paper These topics are to be used for Assignments 1-5.

Assignment 1: Research Topics with Explanation

Assignment 2: Research Proposal - Thesis, Major points, and Plan

Assignment 3: Persuasive Paper Part I: A Problem Exists

Assignment 4: Persuasive Paper Part 2: Solution and Advantages

Assignment 5: Persuasive Writing Part 3: Possible Disadvantages and Answers

Some topics focus on the entire county; however, other topics may focus on states, local areas, and / or businesses