Later in this course, you will write an argumentative essay. Choose ONE of the following prompts: There is an old saying, “The pen is mightier than the sword.” Consider: What does this metaphor mean? How does it apply to George Orwell’s novel Animal Farm? How does it apply to other political/social writers, too? In your argumentative essay, provide at least three examples from literary texts and/or real life, that support the saying, “The pen is mightier than the sword” or disprove it.

People are inherently good or evil. Consider: What makes some people good and what makes others evil? Is there an ongoing battle in our world between the weak and the strong? How does this apply to Animal Farm? Where do you see examples of goodness or evil in your world? In your essay, provide at least three examples, from literary texts and/or real life, that support the saying, “People are inherently good or evil,” or disprove it.

SUBMIT: After choosing one prompt from above, write a thesis statement for your essay in the textbox below. Your teacher will approve the thesis before you start researching and writing your outline.