Pre-conference Handout

Because it is impossible for me to comment on EVERYTHING about your research paper in a fifteen-minute conference, fill out this sheet carefully and be prepared to ask questions about specific problems you're having with the paper. This sheet should be turned in Wednesday, November 12. (Remote sites, fax it.) 

Name: _______________________________	Topic: _____________________________

List the TWO sides of the controversy:

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Which side are you taking? (Circle the answer.)	Side 1		Side 2


Which method of organization are you using?  (Circle the answer.)  

	Strawman		Extended Strawman		Concession


State your thesis here:

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Describe in detail one or two problems that you're having with the paper:

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2. __________________________________________________________________________

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