What makes you proud to be an American?
The Veterans of Foreign Wars sponsors an annual essay contest in honor of Veteran's day. This year's theme is "Are You Proud of Your Country"
Your task: Write an essay between 300 and 400 words in which you explain why you are proud of your country.
Guidelines:
Suggestions for Organization:
A. Write as a traditional explanatory essay: give your reasons and support them with clear examples.
B. Start with your own experience in a narrative and explain why it makes you proud to be an American.
A few Graphic Organizers to help you plan:
3 Paragraph Essay Outline (in word)
3 Paragraph Main idea Graphic Organizer (printable)
3 Paragraph Essay Graphic Organizer (printable)
Do your prewriting in any way that works for you!
The Veterans of Foreign Wars sponsors an annual essay contest in honor of Veteran's day. This year's theme is "Are You Proud of Your Country"
Your task: Write an essay between 300 and 400 words in which you explain why you are proud of your country.
Guidelines:
- do not put your name, school, city, or state in your essay
- Focus on the theme
- Your Essay must be between 300 and 400 words (not including title)
Suggestions for Organization:
A. Write as a traditional explanatory essay: give your reasons and support them with clear examples.
B. Start with your own experience in a narrative and explain why it makes you proud to be an American.
A few Graphic Organizers to help you plan:
3 Paragraph Essay Outline (in word)
3 Paragraph Main idea Graphic Organizer (printable)
3 Paragraph Essay Graphic Organizer (printable)
Do your prewriting in any way that works for you!