Argument Essay – 2 pages

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction: Has a HOOK that grabs the reader’s attention

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction: Makes it clear what the issue is and which position is being taken

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction: Clear Thesis that introduces the three reasons that will be covered in more detail in the body

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome1st Body Paragraph: The first sentence is a topic sentence stating the claim for the paragraph that supports the first reason brought up in the thesis

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome1st Body Paragraph: Each piece of evidence/data/proof/support makes sense and actually proves the reason

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome1st Body Paragraph: Transitions smoothly between each reason that supports the topic sentence

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome1st Body Paragraph: Has a WARRANT or explanation that ties the evidence to the main point

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome2nd Body Paragraph: The first sentence is a topic sentence stating the claim for the paragraph that supports the second reason brought up in the thesis

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome2nd Body Paragraph: Each piece of evidence/data/proof/support makes sense and actually proves the reason

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome2nd Body Paragraph: Transitions smoothly between each reason that supports the topic sentence

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome2nd Body Paragraph: Has a WARRANT or explanation that ties the evidence to the main point

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome3rd Body Paragraph: The first sentence is a topic sentence stating the claim for the paragraph that supports the third reason brought up in the thesis

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome3rd Body Paragraph: Each piece of evidence/data/proof/support makes sense and actually proves the reason

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome3rd Body Paragraph: Transitions smoothly between each reason that supports the topic sentence

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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome3rd Body Paragraph: Has a WARRANT or explanation that ties the evidence to the main point

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion: Refers back to the thesis or side being taken

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion: Restates the three main points in a new words.

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion: Has a call to action or a final “Baam!”

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeParenthetical Notation: Used correctly to cite evidence in the body paragraphs and rebuttal paragraph.

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWorks Cited: Has correctly formatted Works Cited Page with at least 3 sources.

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics/Conventions: Grammar Usage and Word Choice

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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics/Conventions: Punctuation

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Total Points: 35.0