Agree / Disagree Analytical Paper
Choose one of the three following statements on which to base your paper:
1. I would never have sex with someone on a first date.
2. I would be very upset if the person I have been dating exclusively for two months does not update their Facebook status to "in a relationship" with me.
3. If I were to have a strong physical attraction and emotional connection with my friend's ex-partner, I would date him/her even if my friends objected.
Either agree or disagree with the statement, keeping in mind how this statement relates to the ideas presented in class. Include at least 4 citations from the reading materials that supports your argument. Citations can either be quotes or paraphrases. Citations must include source and page numbers. Your 4 citations must come from 4 different sources (different articles/chapters in the same book counts as different sources). Include in your answer experiences from your own/friends' relationships, opinions and values.
Introduction:
1. Introduction clearly articulated:
- Clearly states main points of paper _____/2pts
- Well organized _____/1pt
- Articulated in a way that is easy to understand _____/1pt
- Includes only relevant information _____/1pt
* NOTE: Should be a short paragraph, about 3-5 sentences. Should introduce the idea of relationships and the topic chosen and then build onto your thesis. Keep specific stories and supporting ideas for the body of your essay; do not put them in your intro.
2. Thesis:
- Main argument of paper is established in one clear and concise statement _____/2pts
- Thesis statement is focused _____/1pt
- A clear stance is taken _____/1pt
- Located at the end of the introductory paragraph _____/1pt
* NOTE: Should clearly & simply state the central idea of your essay. Example: “I agree that I would date my friend’s ex over their objections because…….(list your most compelling reasons in your thesis).” Each of the reasons you’d listed will be the topics of supporting paragraphs.
Body:
1. Strength of Argument (points support argument/thesis):
- Consistently supports the argument established in the thesis _____/3pts
- Supports the thesis with relevant and varied information _____/3pts
- Points used to support the thesis are thoughtful and persuasive _____/3pts
2. Quality of Content:
- Smooth transitions from one idea to the next: _______/2 pts.
- Stays on topic (no tangents): _______/2 pts.
- Writing is clear and concise (makes points in an easily understood manner):_______/2pts
3. Followed Assignment Guidelines (clearly agrees OR disagrees, not both): __________/5pts
4. Topic Sentences:
- Located at the start of each paragraph:__________/1pts
- Relate back to the main argument of the paper: __________/2pts
- Establish the topic that will be discussed in the paragraph: __________/2pts
* NOTE: Topic sentences needs to be tied directly back to the thesis. Example: “Another reason for not having sex on a first date is….”
5. Personal Experience/situation: __________/5pts
- Gives a detailed and concise account (3-5 sentences) of an experience or situation that is relevant to the paper topic and supports the thesis
- Could be a personal story about the student or a close friend or family member
- Explains how the experience influenced their decision to agree or disagree with the topic
1. Restate thesis: __________/5pts
- Clearly re-states thesis that was established at the beginning of the paper
2. Relevant Closing Statements Given:
- Clearly re-states main points of paper _____/2pts
- Well organized _____/1pt
- Articulated in a way that is easy to understand _____/1pt
- Includes only relevant information _____/1pt
*NOTE: Only summarize what was presented in your essay. Do not introduce random new information in your conclusion.
Mechanics:
1. Page requirement: __________/12pts
(3¾ -4 pages = 12 pts; 3.5 pages = 9 pts.; 3 pages = 6 pts.; 2 pages = 3 pts.)
- Large margins, extra spacing, and excessively large fonts are factored into page length
2. Correct heading (First Initials, ID#; Class, Term): _______/2 pts
- Example: IC, 987654321
PSY/SXS 320, Spring 2014
3. Correct Font (Times New Roman/12 point font)______/2pts
4. Correct Margins (1-1.25 inch): __________/2pts
5. Correct Spacing (double spaced):
- Double-spaced _____/1 pt
- No extra spacing throughout the paper _____/1 pt
6. Correct Grammar & Spelling: __________/10pts
- One point subtracted for every 2 grammar errors
7. Four Citations Correctly Cited (20 pts total):
*Citation #1: ____/5pts *Citation #2:____/5pts *Citation #3: ____/5pts *Citation #4: ____/5pts
- Quote is relevant to the argument and the source has not been used before
- There is a smooth transition into the quote and it is integrated well
- The format of the citation from class material is correct
[Ex. ...." (Elia-Chen, p. 54).]
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Total Points__________/100
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