The essay’s structure should have all the key features of a well-organized argument:
a clear introduction that summarizes the controversy and common views on it before ending with the author’s clear thesis
topic sentences that clearly announce the paragraph’s point/argument; body paragraphs that introduce and analyze the cited material
paragraph closings and a conclusion that supports the overall argument.
Length: Approximately 4 pages (not including Works Cited page), in MLA format
Key Criteria (in order of importance):
Use of four sources for support (using good sources effectively is more important than citing them correctly!) 35%
Choice of a debatable topic and use of a clear strategy (cause-effect or proposal) 30%
Argument essay basics: structure, tone, appeals, development 25%
College-level grammar and mechanics 10%
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