The document outlines key guidelines for constructing an academic answer, starting with a clear thesis statement. It emphasizes the need for at least three distinct supporting arguments and highlights the importance of proper grammar and citation of sources, allowing for MLA style. Grammatical errors will result in point deductions.

1. 1. Thesis Statement: You must begin your answer with a clear
thesis statement.
2. Supporting Points: You must provide at least three clear and
distinct arguments to support the assertion that you have made
in your topic sentence.
3. Grammar: I will deduct points for grammatical errors.
4. Proper Citation of Sources: You must cite your sources on
any material that you choose to quote or reference. You can
choose to use either MLA style for citation and references.