This assignment, which is mandatory to remain enrolled in the course, is designed to give me a sense of your writing ability and your unique, human writing style.  All submissions will receive full credit. DIRECTIONS: Write a multi-paragraph essay in which you make an argument for or against the author’s position. Your essay should include: An introduction A thesis statement at the end of your introduction Body paragraphs with topic sentences relating to the thesis Paraphrases from the article to support your argument A few direct quotations from the article to support your argument. Your citations should look like this: (Author’s Last Name). A brief conclusion.

If straight-line winds, gusting to more than 58 mi/hr persist along a path at least 250 mi long, the windstorm is called a _____, after the Spanish word for “straight ahead.”

Introduce yourself by telling us who you are, where you are from and why you are taking this course. Anything you want to share. What was the worst weather event you ever experienced?  Did you know it was coming? Talk about how it impacted you and how you and your family prepared or didn’t prepare.  If this is tropical, identify the storm by name and year. Looking back, what would you do differently? This should be a minimum of 100 words. Please proofread.  

Which of the following is considered a natural facial marking?

When discussing evolutionary psychology, an alternative_________ view suggests environmental and biological conditions influence each other.

Which of the following is NOT a social policy issue?

In twin studies, it is most common to

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a genetic disorder in which an individual cannot properly metabolize ____, an amino acid.

Which of the following has been a consequence of the improved survival rate of extremely preterm and low birth weight infants?

Travis spends a great deal of time working and trying to establish his career. He is also wondering if he should move in with his girlfriend and about their long-term prospects. Travis is most likely in the _____ period of development.