MCS 129- Fall 2016
Midterm Paper
This assignment is worth 30 pts. Due: 10/27/2016 in class. Include a copy of this page.
Author’s Name __________________________________________SID # _______________
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CRITERIA |
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THESIS and ARGUMENT
The essay has an introductory paragraph containing a thesis—a single, central point that is interesting, original, and organizes the paper. The central idea is developed in the essay through well-chosen, appropriate, concrete details. Comments: |
04
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CONTENT
The central idea is developed in the essay through well-chosen and appropriate examples. Author analyzes evidence and it serves to strengthen arguments. Generalizations and assertions are defended. Arguments are logical. Sentences provide details: Who, what, when, & how. All parts of the prompt are answered.
Essay must utilize 3 readings, + 2 videos, and 1 lecture/discussion. (-3 points for each source missing) |
20 |
ORGANIZATION and GRAMMAR
The essay is clear, easy to read, the sequence of evidence is logical and supports the argument. The paper is largely free from grammatical errors. Comments:
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TECHNICAL FORMAT
-1 point for each that is missing from your assignment: double spaced, 12 point font in Times New Roman, 1 inch margins, pages numbered, and stapled. Citations where appropriate. Works Cited/Bibliography page using either Chicago Style Manual or MLA.
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OVERALL GRADE: |
30 |