Purpose: The purpose of a position paper is to provide a well-reasoned argument about your
position based on facts and illustrations that support your argument.
Task: For this essay, you may select your own topics. Note: you will need to get my approval
before you move forward with your topic.
Audience: Your audience for this essay is your classmates and your teacher.
Important Features:
● A clear arguable position
● Necessary background information
● Good reasons
● Convincing evidence
● Appeals to readers’ values
● A trustworthy tone
● Careful consideration of other positions