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Research one individual (dead or alive) who influenced one aspect of society:
narrow down the aspect of society (i.e. economic system, music industry, NFL sports, environment, social norms, medical research, auto industry, technology),
narrow down the society (i.e. US, China, Australia),
consider at least 3-4 influences, and
choose positive OR negative influences (not both);
individual must be researchable (famous/well-known);
individual must be a person (not an animal or concept);
use formal language (3rd person); and
research and cite from at least 3 outside sources:
use in-text citation,
complete a works cited page,
MLA format must be used, and
sources must be reliable and valid.
For more information, please review the ENG 112 Research Essay document.