The Shallows What the Internet is Doing to our Brains

2 Pages MLA

Do not research or use any sources.You can only use or quote from the “The Shallows”.

Use sample language to make a clear idea and argument.

Your thesis and topic sentences for each body paragraphs must be clear. Your essay should be academic.

Read the prompt and requirements very carefully before you start writing.

Do not plagiarize!

Essay Prompt

In “The Shallows”, Nicholas Carr argues that we are in the midst of a transition from a deep, focused book-based culture to a shallow, distracted digital culture.

Write a persuasive essay that agrees or disagrees with Carr’s argument.

Should we be as worried and pessimistic as Carr is about this emerging digital mode of thinking?

Paper Requirements

You are expected to write a complete essay consisting of an introduction, thesis, body paragraphs, and conclusion. An excellent essay will also carefully respond to an opposing viewpoint. No need for a work cited, you are not allowed to use any sources. You can only use or quote from the “The Shallows”.

Grading

Your paper needs to be thoughtful, persuasive,and well-written.

The argument should be sophisticated enough to persuade an academic audience.

The writing needs to be grammatically correct and to demonstrate control over style.