Write a five-paragraph persuasive essay responding to the prompt below AND using at least two of three sources provided.

Background Information on this Prompt: The availability of Internet access varies in many places around the world. Some countries have taken steps to increase people’s access to the Internet, while other countries feel it is up to the individual to gain access. Some countries even restrict personal access to the Internet. Is access to the Internet a human right or a luxury? You will write a five paragraph essay answering this question. Support your opinion with details from the sources you have been provided.

Prompt: Is internet access a luxury or a human right?

Your goal is to convince your audience of your claim. To do that you will need to use evidence from the sources provided, strong word choice, and acknowledge a counterclaim/provide a rebuttal.

Sources:

Article 1: http://news. bbc. co. uk/2/hi/technology/8548190.stm

Article 2: https://www. nytimes. com/2012/01/05/opinion/internet-acc ess-is-not-a-human-right. html

Article 3: https://latimesblogs. latimes. com/technology/2011/06/united-natio ns-report-internet-access-is-a-huma n-right. html

Make sure you have included

A strong introduction with a claim and a hook.
Reasons that support your argument.
Counterclaims to strengthen your argument.
Credible evidence to support both your argument and counterclaims.
A conclusion that restates your claim and position.
In-text citations.
A works cited page.
Third person point of view
Transition words to link your paragraphs and ideas