TOPIC: Mahatma Gandhi vs Osama Bin Laden

As you complete the tasks required for this assignment, you will be working towards the various course outcomes:

- Write a comparison-contrast essay to inform or persuade an audience on a main idea expressed in a thesis statement (Course outcome 1)

- Develop focused body paragraphs in support of the thesis statement, following the alternating pattern of organization (Course outcome 2)

- Select sources, use them to support your ideas, and document them in APA style (Course outcome 4)

- Demonstrate accurate grammar and mechanics in writing (Course outcome 3)

- Participate in the process of receiving feedback and revising your writing (Course outcome 1)

Organizing and supporting your essay

Organize your essay into several paragraphs, including the following:

- an introductory paragraph with a thesis statement

- body paragraphs that support the thesis statement

o The body paragraphs must follow the alternating pattern of organization, as taught in class and shown in Slide 13 of this tutorial: http://polaris.umuc.edu/ewc/tutorials/comparisons/

o The body paragraphs must be supported by referring to the two (or more) sources on your reference list. Quote and/or paraphrase your sources, and include citations, as taught in class.

a concluding paragraph

Support your ideas with at least two sources. Include in-text citations whenever you use your sources, whether through quote, paraphrase, or summary. A reference list at the end of the paper should list all of the sources cited in the text of the paper.

Point of view
Do not use "I" or "you."

Formatting your essay
Use APA style to format your essay, including the following guidelines:
- Use one-inch margins.
- Double space.
- Use size 12 Times New Roman font.
- Include a running head.

Length: 1000-1500 words
Format: APA
Sources: Minimum of 2