The research paper should present interesting, insightful ideas that connect to the major theme of the course (War). You may focus the essay however you choose, but be sure the focus is not so broad that you cannot do justice to it in five pages. There should be a clear focus (thesis, controlling idea) stated in the opening paragraph of the paper, developed in an organized, concise, logical manner. Unified and coherent paragraphs must include specific, relevant supporting evidence and examples. Aim for sentences that are varied and well constructed and word choices that are precise, fresh, and vivid. Grammar, punctuation, spelling, and usage should be correct. Research must be thorough, accurately documented in MLA style, and effectively integrated. The sources for the research paper may not be any of the assigned readings. The research paper should be a minimum of four pages double-spaced, with a fifth or last page of Works Cited. Please use a minimum of three critical sources for the paper. All of these sources must be cited at least once in the paper. You may write a longer paper and use additional sources if you choose. Use the MLA form for the in-text citations and the Works Cited page, and formal, third person English. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I would suggest using some parallels to the Vietnam War to show how the previous draft upset the entire nation and failed as a whole. Please satisfy the thesis statement which is stated as my topic and include it within the opening paragraph. Please address the benefits of a mandatory draft but remember that this paper''s purpose is to support my thesis which is to show how the draft is flawed. thank you very much