What This Document Is
This is an outline for Essay #2 in EN 101 (College Composition I) at Monmouth University, created by student Rondé Washington for Professor Harpootlian. It details the planned structure and arguments for an essay exploring societal norms and gender roles.
Why This Document Matters
This outline is intended for Professor Harpootlian’s review and feedback on the student’s essay plan *before* full composition. It’s a crucial step in the writing process, ensuring the essay is focused and well-supported. Students in EN 101 will use similar outlines to organize their thoughts and receive guidance on their arguments.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document represents a *plan* for an essay, not the completed work. It’s a preliminary sketch of ideas and sources, and doesn’t include fully developed arguments or polished prose. It will require further research, writing, and revision.
What This Document Provides
The outline includes a central thesis statement arguing that societal norms often favor men and hinder equality. It proposes three main supporting arguments ("grounds"): the implementation of mandatory paternity leave, the need for mutual understanding of gendered experiences in work and home life, and the importance of challenging societal views of women. It also includes a preliminary counter-argument addressing the use of gender-neutral pronouns and notes potential sources (articles by Anne Marie Slaughter and Farhad Manjoo). The outline also considers organizational options and potential avenues for expanding the arguments, including the role of institutions and media. This preview does *not* include the full essay, detailed analysis of sources, or final revisions.
