an argument essay about speaking a language other than English
an argument essay is about: should preschoolers be taught more than one language
1.5-paragraph argument essay
2.Your essay must include a counter-argument.
3.There is a well-thought out thesis statement, which has a topic,
controlling idea, & listed plan of development.
4.Body paragraphs begin with a topic sentence
& include an appropriate transition.
5.Body paragraphs provide solid, well-expressed support for
the thesis statement & follow a climactic order.
6.The essay effectively employs a counter-argument.
7.The essay has a well-crafted concluding paragraph that goes
beyond the thesis statement & the details of the body paragraphs.
8.Grammar, spelling and punctuation are correct.
9.The essay shows attention to style, including organization,
good sentence construction, & diction appropriate to
audience and purpose.

