I got to do a definition essay for my English class, the final draft is due at midnight (5 hours left) 
. Only my teacher tld me today that my paper didn't follow the prompt correctly and that it was instead an evaluative essay that I had typed 
...I'm not asking for yall to type it for me but I need some help, lets start off with a topic (will also make thread in Higher Learning since that's where the smart nikkas stay).Please no trolling I need legit answers and suggestions....are there any English majors out there
Here's the prompt:
. Only my teacher tld me today that my paper didn't follow the prompt correctly and that it was instead an evaluative essay that I had typed ...I'm not asking for yall to type it for me but I need some help, lets start off with a topic (will also make thread in Higher Learning since that's where the smart nikkas stay).Please no trolling I need legit answers and suggestions....are there any English majors out thereHere's the prompt:
DESCRIPTION: In an argument of about 3-5 pages, you will grapple with a definitional issue question. Within the essay, you explain and illustrate why your question is important and complicated/problematic, you willexplore the question thoroughly,and youwill determine your answer to the question and attempt to persuadeyour audience to consider or share your perspective using strong reasons and support.
RESTRICTIONS
The following topics are forbidden, for various reasons: abortion-related questions, steroid-related questions, gun-control related questions (these topics have been beaten to death) and anything that has been outlined in the text or example readings (i.e., “Is Avatar racist?”, “Is cheerleading a sport?”, police brutality, courage, milk as a health food, etc.)
Do not begin your essay with a quote from a dictionary or encyclopedia (that includes Wikipedia). Find a more creative and engaging way to begin. Keep use of dictionary definitions out of your paper. You are going beyond the dictionary here.
A note on Wikipedia and other questionable internet sources: Wikipedia, about.com, ehow, procon.org, and similar sources can be a good way to get your feet wet and to find bibliographies, but should not be used or cited in your work. By this level of your college career, I expect more quality, carefully selected sources.
A note on direct quotes: The majority of the space in your essay should consist of your own words, not direct quotes. You should use direct quotes sparingly and for a purpose. Be sure to “tie” the quote to your paper by introducing and following it up with a discussion of its relevance, meaning, or implications in relation to your work.
- Option 1: Categorical Argument. Select and explore a complex (not simple—see WA p. 227) categorical issue question or controversy. Think in terms of cultural or social issues (Is ripping tracks from a borrowed CD theft? Is cheerleading a sport? Is Thor science fiction?). Essentially, you are asking, “Does (_X_) fit into the category of (__Y__)?” (See WA p. 243)
- Option 2: Definition of an Abstract Term or Concept. Select and carefully consider some term or phrase whose meaning is somewhat subjective (example: courage, freedom, equality). Considering connotative and denotative meaning, common or important context, real experience (that of yourself and others), and/or hypothetical situations, you are asking “What does (__X__) really mean?”
- Understanding types of claims
- Using evidence effectively to support reasons and claims
- Coherence, organization, and development in writing
- Synthesis
- Analysis
- Rhetorical knowledge
- Critical thinking, reading, and writing
- Length: 3-5 pages
- Minimum of 2 quality sources
- Use correct MLA format for in-text citations and the Works Cited page (see Hacker).
- Please follow MLA paper formatting (see Hacker).
RESTRICTIONS
The following topics are forbidden, for various reasons: abortion-related questions, steroid-related questions, gun-control related questions (these topics have been beaten to death) and anything that has been outlined in the text or example readings (i.e., “Is Avatar racist?”, “Is cheerleading a sport?”, police brutality, courage, milk as a health food, etc.)
Do not begin your essay with a quote from a dictionary or encyclopedia (that includes Wikipedia). Find a more creative and engaging way to begin. Keep use of dictionary definitions out of your paper. You are going beyond the dictionary here.
A note on Wikipedia and other questionable internet sources: Wikipedia, about.com, ehow, procon.org, and similar sources can be a good way to get your feet wet and to find bibliographies, but should not be used or cited in your work. By this level of your college career, I expect more quality, carefully selected sources.
A note on direct quotes: The majority of the space in your essay should consist of your own words, not direct quotes. You should use direct quotes sparingly and for a purpose. Be sure to “tie” the quote to your paper by introducing and following it up with a discussion of its relevance, meaning, or implications in relation to your work.
You should have started much earlier.
. You can either
(make sure you add the shaq face, VERY important)