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Please choose one of the following paper prompts:

1. Late in Chapter 8, Van Winkle informs us that historians will one day label the War Against Terror a “good war” or not (112). Argue whether or not Van Winkle is in favor of or against the War Against Terror. Please use specific examples from Soft Spots in your response.

2. Please reread the all-hands message from Major General James N. Mattis that was given to the First Marine Division before they departed Kuwait on page 69 of Soft Spots. Please argue whether or not Van Winkle honors those words and use specific examples from Soft Spots to support your claim.

Drafting Focus:

Voice (third person research)

Thesis & Development

Source Validity & College DatabasesMLA Documentation Introduction

Minimum Research Requirements:

1 quote from a periodical (from FSCJ databases only)

1 quote from a reliable website

1 paraphrase example from a book, e-book, or additional reliable websiteAt least 4 quotes from Soft Spots

MLA Essay Guidelines:

Size: 12 Point

Font: Times New Roman

Margins: 1” on all four sides

Length: 4-5 full pages (double-spaced)