If you could have one superpower, what would it be? How would you use this superpower to help people? What could be the possible downsides of this superpower?
Assignment: One-Page Paper
Objective: Write a concise, one-page paper responding to the prompt below. Your paper should demonstrate your ability to research, organize, and communicate your ideas effectively. Ensure that your paper is well-structured, clearly written, and properly formatted.
Prompt: If you could have one superpower, what would it be? How would you use this superpower to help people? What could be the possible downsides of this superpower?
Requirements:
- Length:
- The paper should be one full page, excluding the title and Works Cited pages.
- Format:
- Submit as a Microsoft Word document (.docx).
- Use Times New Roman, 12-point font.
- The entire document should be double-spaced.
- Set 1-inch margins on all sides.
- Insert page numbers in the footer, formatted as LastName 1.
- Page orientation should be set to Portrait.
- Include a centered title at the top of the page.
- Content Structure:
- Introduction: Briefly introduce your chosen superpower and provide a thesis statement that outlines the main points you will discuss.
- Body Paragraph:
- Explain how you would use the superpower to help people. Provide specific examples or scenarios.
- Discuss potential downsides or challenges associated with possessing and using this superpower.
- Support your arguments with at least two citations from credible sources.
- Conclusion: Summarize your main points and reflect on the overall impact of having this superpower.
- Formatting Details:
- Indent the first line of each paragraph by 0.5 inches.
- Ensure all text is left-aligned, except for the title which should be centered.
- References:
- Include a separate Works Cited page, formatted according to MLA guidelines (this page does not count toward the one-page limit).
- Use MLA format for in-text citations and the Works Cited page. For help with MLA formatting, refer to the Purdue OWL MLA guide here.
Submission:
- Submit your paper as a .docx file through the designated assignment portal on Blackboard.
Additional Tips:
- Review your paper for grammar, punctuation, and clarity before submitting.
- Use the Purdue OWL link provided above to ensure your citations and formatting adhere to MLA guidelines.
- Plan your time effectively to meet the submission deadline without rushing your writing.