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5. What facts/statistics/expert opinions does the writer use to support his or her argument? 6. How does the writer answer the counter arguments? Is it effective? 7. Can you underline the topic sentences of each paragraph? 8. What are the two supporting details for each topic sentence in each paragraph? THESIS STATEMENTS AND EFFECTIVE RESEARCH EXPRESS YOURSELF 49 9. How does the writer conclude the paper and is it effective? 10. Identify places where the writing is confusing or unclear. Look for abrupt transitions, gaps in argu-ments, or tangled sentences. While it is always helpful for a second reader to give you a careful analysis of your writing, sometimes you have to do it yourself. The rubric that follows is one widely used by teachers to grade position papers. Or, you can use the peer review sheet for your own revision. Whichever you choose, remember, there is no substitute for outside opinion. If you would like to practice your new skills, turn to pages 147-148 for some sample persuasive topics that you can develop into a 750–1,000 word persuasive essay. Have someone peer review for you or use the rubric that follows to self-evaluate your work. 50 EXPRESS YOURSELF THESIS STATEMENTS AND EFFECTIVE RESEARCH Persuasive Essay Rubric Exceptional “A” Well Done “B” Acceptable “C” Attempted “D/F” Focus · takes a strong, well- · clear position · position not clearly · no clear position defined position · thesis is clear with · 3 reasons, and some details, but stated · 2 reasons only · no reasons · no supporting 3 distinct points and 2 supporting details for each reason not fully or well- developed · few supporting details or facts details · development brief · unrelated, unsup- ported, general statements · minimal facts used Organization · strong introduction · introduction is good · introduction and · no introduction or · clear thesis · thesis is adequate conclusion are conclusion · clearly developed · paragraphs are present but not fully · no thesis state- paragraphs · transitions provide short, not fully developed developed · thesis is weak ment · illogical organiza- logical development · transitions are weak · transitions are not tion of ideas · conclusion reasserts · conclusion attempts clear · strays off topic introduction to reassert introduction Use of · demonstrates careful · information is · little use of support- · no evidence of Resources Mechanics selection of appro-priate information from a variety of sources · error-free · correct spelling, punctuation, and capitalization · sentence structure is varied · vocabulary is rich adequate · few errors · some attempts at sentence variation and variety ing material · does not meet assignment requirement · repetitious · many errors in sentence structure and in punctuation outside sources used · errors interfere with communica- tion of ideas Notice that a “C”paper satisfies the assignment but doesn’t add very much in the way of selecting and using supporting information.It may have an introduction and conclusion but in general it does not demon-strate attempts to develop ideas. The “B” paper, on the other hand, would describe the Tipper Gore paper THESIS STATEMENTS AND EFFECTIVE RESEARCH EXPRESS YOURSELF 51 you read earlier. It had a well-developed introduction and conclusion, but the paragraphs and information were inadequate and needed further development. In short,the “A”paper demonstrates that a lot of thought and time went into planning,researching and then revising. So, if you want that “A”you’re going to have to really work for it. 52 EXPRESS YOURSELF THESIS STATEMENTS AND EFFECTIVE RESEARCH C H A P T E R F I V E WRITING FOR PERSUASIVE SPEAKING THIS CHAPTER will show you how to prepare for a persuasive speech. While the same rules of thesis statement, research, and supporting evi- dence apply, there are preparations for presen- tation and delivery that are unique to a speaking situation. any students find that when they prepare for a persuasive speech they learn techniques that help them with their writing. Unless you are asked to speak impromptu, the three methods of delivery you will use to deliver a formal speech are extemporaneous, manuscript, and memorized. All three of these forms require careful planning and a good bit of writing.Certainly,if you’re going to read a prepared speech, it has to be written beforehand. If you’re going to deliver it from memory, you have to have a text to memorize. If you’re speaking extemporaneously, you have to prepare note cards to help you practice your delivery. All three types of public speaking require the same kind of careful planning, selecting, and revising that a written paper requires. WRITING FOR PERSUASIVE SPEAKING EXPRESS YOURSELF 53 ... - tailieumienphi.vn