Length: 1-1.5 pages, but not more than 2 pages.
MLA Format (Links to an external site.)
Be sure to save your essay using your name and assignment type (ex. Selena Logos Essay).
Objective: For this assignment, you will develop your appeal to logos. Watch a clip of a current film, preferably one you have not viewed at http://www.imdb.com/trailers (Links to an external site.). Write an essay explaining why this movie should be viewed or why it should be avoided.
Method: Develop your argument based on the premise of the clip. Decide why in the short amount of time (around 2 min.or so) of the clip, the movie is worth your time or not. Be sure to observe the characters, the action, dialogue, or setting to build your argument.
Rubric
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Content/Organization: Key elements of the assignment are covered; major points are stated clearly and are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis.
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Content/Organization: Paper develops a central theme or idea directed toward appropriate audience. Major points are organized logically.
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Format/Style/Mechanices: Use of paragraph transitions maintain the flow throughout the paper.
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Format/Style/Mechanics: Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Sentences are well structured and varied.
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Format/Style/Mechanics: The paper follows correct MLA formatting.
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Format/Style/Mechanics: Rules of grammar, usage, and punctation are followed. Spelling is correct.
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Total Points: 100
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