This essay focuses on Synthesis + Argument Essay. Synthesis of the 4 sources ( begin each paragraph with a sentence showing the common ground of both sources, quote 2 sources per body paragraph correctly

  Synthesis + Argument Essay

Question 1
Firstly,  How can we expand what it means to be a man, so that fewer boys feel trap in the old model of masculinity (where manhood is measured in strength/power/dominance/, etc)?

Grading Criteria:

10 points:

Secondly, Introduction/thesis statement (do you provide a short answer to the thesis question?

Thirdly, Is it clear where you stand on the issue?)

40 points:

Moreover, Synthesis of the 4 sources (do you begin each paragraph with a sentence showing the common ground of both sources, quote 2 sources per body paragraph correctly?

Additionally, Do the quotes correspond to one another, whether directly or indirectly?

Further, Do these two quotes next to each other help the reader understand?

40 points:

In addition, Developing your thesis (does your final paragraph–or paragraphs–develop the thesis you stated at the start of the essay?

Lastly, Do you engage any of the arguments/material from 2 of the 4 sources,

agreeing or disagreeing with their points/opinions to help you develop your own points/opinions?)

10 points:

Finally, Grammar/spelling/punctuation and MLA format for quoting (does your paper contain tons of grammar errors?

Lastly, do you cite your sources properly with MLA-