argumentative essay about marijuana
Argumentative Essay about Marijuana
Use quotes below either FOR or AGAINST this statement to express your opinion about marijuana.
Be sure follow the structure of an argumentative essay:
Scoring for your essay:
Introduction as points (15 point)
- hook
- connecting information
- thesis (topic, controlling idea, predictors)
Body 1, 2 your arguments (30 points)
- topic sentences
- supporting information/details
- transitions
Counter Argument (10 points)
- opposing opinion and reason
- your refutation using a quote
Sources (4) (15 points)
- source introduced
- properly quoted/paraphrased with punctuation
- thoroughly explain what your source shows or why it is important your
Conclusion (15 points)
- restate thesis
- summarize main arguments and counter argument
- final thoughts, recommendations, predictions
Grammar, sentence structure, and Mechanics (15points)
- proper use of tense, clauses, prepositions, etc.
- natural use of sentence structure and clauses
- proper punctuation