English 1500
Diagnostic Essay
Topic: Write (type) an essay showing the positive and negative aspects/sides of the use of social media.
Directions: Your essay needs to include an introduction paragraph, at least two body paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph. Do your best —if you write a complete essay, you will receive full credit. This essay is simply meant as a tool to assess your grammar, writing mechanics, and ability to think critically. This assignment, as with ALL assignments in this class MUST be YOUR OWN work, so do your best.
Introduction Paragraph – Introduce the topic and discuss ways social media is used. Do not forget a thesis statement.
Body Paragraph 1 –
Positives
Example 1
Example 2
Body Paragraph 2 –
Negatives
Example 1
Example 2
Concluding Paragraph – Sum up your arguments.