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Writing Assignment: Pros and Cons of Genetic modified foods

 

Assignment: What is your position on the issue of genetically modified foods? Are you a pro or a con? Give at least three reasons why. Develop at least 700 words on this topic. Include an introduction with background information, your position on the issue, five body paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph.  Be sure to use MLA-style in-text citations from the article to help prove your position on the issue.

 

In the heading of your paper, include your name, date, course, and title of the assignment on the left of your margin. Type your assignment in a Word document. Indent each paragraph, double space,12-inch font, Times New Roman style.  Save your file and submit as an attachment file.

 

Value 100 points

 

 

 

 

Rubric

Persuasive Writing with MLA style

Persuasive Writing with MLA style

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent (thesis, support, & unity)

Title: The essay’s title suggests the subject and sparks interest. Thesis Statement: The persuasive essay’s thesis clearly states what the writer will argue for or against. Support: The thesis statement is supported with solid reasons: facts, examples, cited authorities, consequences, answers to the opposition. The writer avoids invalid or emotional arguments. Unity: All paragraphs relate to the thesis statement. The essay does not include irrelevant reasons or information.

10 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeORGANIZATION

Introduction: The opening paragraph catches the reader’s interest, provides background, and states the thesis. Order: The reasons are logically arranged. Coherence: Paragraphs are linked with repetition, references to preceding words or ideas, transitional expressions, and transitional sentences. Conclusion: The final paragraph provides an interesting and satisfying ending.

40 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

40 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSTYLE

Language: The wording is exact, concise, and fresh. MLA style is used correctly including evidence of intext citations and reference page Sentences: Sentences are varied in length and type.

40 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

40 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMECHANICS

Grammar and Punctuation: Sentences are free of errors. (See error patterns marked below.) Spelling: Sentences are free of errors. (See error patterns marked below.)

10 pts

Full Marks

0 pts

No Marks

10 pts

Total Points: 100