Essay 1 (2-3 pages)—Using his or her topic selection, the student will select two credible articles on the Web. This essay will discuss the
purpose, thesis, and supporting details presented in each article. Correct MLA format is required.
Grading Criteria (50 pts)
Typed in MLA Format_____/2.5
Meets the page requirements (2-3pgs)_____/2.5
Minimal grammatical and spelling errors_____/2.5
Uses proper MLA citations (works cited/intext)_____/2.5
Introduction
Introduces a topic_____/3
Introduces each article _____/3
Thesis explains purpose of assignment_____/4
Discusses the following information for article 1
Identify purpose_____/2.5
Identify thesis_____/2.5
Identify supporting details or main ideas_____/2.5
Identify intended audience_____/2.5
Discusses the following information for article 2
Identify purpose_____/2.5
Identify thesis_____/2.5
Identify supporting details or main ideas_____/2.5
Identify intended audience_____/2.5
Conclusion
States which article is more trustworthy and why_____/3
States which article best suits their audience and why_____/3
Summarizes and provides your opinion for best article_____/4
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Total_____/50
