Writing Assignment (Part 2): Outline and Preliminary List of References

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into your issue. Determine whether or not there are (or would be)
practical implications of sociological inquiry into this issue.

4. Evidence. This is the most important part of the paper. Analyze
at least two (2) lines of evidence that pertain to the hypothesis that you
are evaluating. Does the evidence support your hypothesis? For each
type of evidence, consider possible biases and alternative
interpretations.

5. Conclusions. Draw conclusions based on the evidence
that you have discovered. Does the evidence confirm or refute your
hypothesis? Is the evidence sufficiently convincing to draw firm conclusions
about your hypothesis?

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4. Evidence.

1. Line of evidence 1

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2. Line of evidence 2

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5. Conclusion(s): All available evidence
refutes the hypothesis, but there are alternative explanations.

References:

Baker, A. & Abel, E (2005)
Villagers reject modern attitudes about car washing. International
Journal of Sociology, 11, 12-57. Retrieved from EBSCO-Host.

Doe, J. (2010, April 1)
Villagers retain traditional attitudes despite bombardment with western
television. The New York Times. Retrieved fromwww.nytimes.com/village_update

Steiner, H. (2012, January 4) Revolt
against local ordinances in the village. Time Magazine. pp.
14-15.