TOPIC: Any topic that makes an argumentive essay…. must have a theisis statement, body and conclusion which you already know lol. 

3 Pages

MLA Format

You will be crafting an argumentative essay. There are no topic restrictions. You have absolute freedom. You can tackle a local, state, federal, or international issue. You can write about social, cultural, political, and/or economical issues.  However, be sure you take a clear angle/position.  The broader your argument, the longer the text.

The essay does have some minimum requirements:

•  Integrate a minimum of four credible sources.

An “Exceptional” Essay (64 to 75pts):
(all expectations must be met)

• Crafts an engaging introduction that contextualizes (explains) the topic
• The title accurately captures the purpose of the essay
•  Articulately voices an argument in the thesis (an implicit thesis may be used).
• Writes with vivid detail in supporting the argument.  Every single claim is strongly supported with concrete evidence from a credible source.
• Substantiates (proves) the thesis with intelligent analysis. The analysis is completely developed, and it connects clearly to the thesis.
• Organizes the essay effectively; there are no digressions (talks about an issue unrelated to the argument) and no blending of topics
• No grammar or usage errors surface
• MLA format is followed
• All sources are properly cited and integrated in-text and in the work cited page.

A “Satisfactory” Essay (53 to 63pts):
(all expectations must be met)

• Crafts an engaging introduction that contextualizes the topic
• A clear argument surfaces in the thesis
• Substantiates (proves) the thesis with intelligent analysis
• The paper is filled with concrete evidence and support to back any claims/arguments
• Organizes the essay effectively; there are few digressions and almost no blending of topics
• A couple of grammar or usage errors may surface–but none that affect the meaning of the sentence
• MLA format is followed
• All sources are properly cited and integrated in-text and in the work cited page.

An “Unsatisfactory” Essay (53 or less pts):
(any of the following deficiencies could result in this grade; key errors are in red)

• Introduction is too broad and fails to contextualize the topic
• No central meaning or argument is articulated in the thesis
• The sources are incorrectly documented: in-text or in the work cited page
• The essay is heavily deficient in either description or analysis
• A limited number (or lack) of credible sources are integrated.
• The essay lacks organization. Topics are blended or the paper digresses often (talks about an issue unrelated to the argument) 
• Grammar and usage errors compromise the meaning of the sentences and take away from your credibility (sentence fragments)
• MLA format is not followed