For this Portfolio assignment, you will write a 4-paragraph essay discussing the advantages and disadvantages of free trade. If you choose to use outside sources, they will need to be cited in a separate "works cited" page.

Your essay should follow this format:

Introductory Paragraph - In this paragraph, introduce your essay, explain globalization, free trade, and protectionism, and give an outline of your arguments for and against free trade. (3 arguments for free trade, 3 arguments against free trade)

Body Paragraph #1 - In this paragraph, you should give three fact-based arguments in favor of free trade and spend some time explaining these arguments and how they apply to the real world.

Body Paragraph #2 - In this paragraph, you should give three fact-based arguments against free trade and spend some time explaining these arguments and how they apply to the real world.

Conclusion - In this paragraph, you will share the conclusions that you have reached based on your readings and the arguments made in the earlier paragraphs and decide whether you favor free trade, protectionism, or a combination of both.