Question

When selecting a topic for an essay, do you think you can write a better paper if you choose a subject you're familiar with or an entirely new subject? Make a list of pros and cons for choosing a familiar topic versus selecting a new idea to write about. As part of this lesson, you will work on an essay that will require you to research an author. After reflecting on the pros and cons, choose an author you’d like to research.

Answer 1

Answer:

Here are a few points your answer might cover:

Picking a familiar topic will cut down on the time it takes to research and the process of writing may be easier. But it may not be interesting to research, and you might not gain any new knowledge.

Picking an unfamiliar topic will allow you to explore new ideas and expand your knowledge. However, you'll need to devote more time to research.

Your response should include the author you would like to investigate for a research paper.

Explanation:

Plato