Essay Topic

 Behold - our argumentative essay topic. This one appears simple, yet it is complex. We will need to consider everything we've done up to this point to fuel a solid argument. First, the topic:

Is ambition more helpful or harmful?

Now, let's begin looking at this topic more closely. Consider the following:

• The Id, Ego, and Superego can inform this argument.
• Assume the term "helpful" or "harmful" is applied personally (as opposed to being applied to the well-being of others)
• Consider the relation between goals and ambitions. There are goals we can all agree are good for us, and those we would want to keep private. Think about how we can go about the pursuit of these goals.
• There are powerful quotes about ambition from many historical figures.

"Ambition is the last refuge of failure" - Oscar Wilde

(this means people who are failures will display ambition to overcompensate for what they lack)

"Great ambition is the passion of a great character. Those endowed with it may perform very good or bad acts. All depends on the principles which direct them." - Napoleon Bonaparte

Remember, you need two supporting reasons with evidence and a counterclaim with evidence.

The legal foolscap page is for quotes ONLY. Leave the back of the pink sheet BLANK before the essay.