Two Cultures, Two Wedding Traditions
Write a compare and contrast essay on weddings in two different cultures. Explore how each culture approaches the ceremonies, the symbolism behind their rituals, and the types of festivities that accompany the celebration.
Suggested length: An essay or article: 800 to 2,500 words
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Three ways to take this prompt somewhere nobody else will.
- State your main point in one sentence before you start.
- Include a counterargument and answer it fairly.
- Cut every sentence that only repeats the one before it.
Writing essays
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What readers expect
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- Personal stakes
- Surprising connections
- Pieces that stand alone
A tip before you start
Follow a question, not a thesis. The pleasure of an essay is watching someone think.
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