This document provides guidance on writing a district assessment essay to receive an A grade. It outlines the key elements of an introduction including a hook, thesis statement, and preview of main points. It discusses including at least three supporting points for each main point and identifying and refuting an opposing view. The conclusion should creatively restate the thesis and supporting points to further persuade the audience. The document also provides sample thesis statements arguing Megarians should ally with Athens or Sparta and prompts the reader to consider reasons for choosing each polis.

1. SCRIBBLE PAD Writing my District Assessment Essay!! How to receive an A!! HW: District Assessment

2. The Introduction A. Hook- interesting statement B. Thesis- what are you writing to prove C. Preview- a sentence which describes each of your three (or more) main points The paragraph should end with a clear statement of your main idea or point of view

3. Thesis/Preview Option # 1 – I am an intellectual and I believe we Megarians should alley ourselves with the mighty polis, Athens. Athens has a good government, treatment of non-citizens, and trading system Option # 2 – As a military person I strongly suggest that we pick Sparta to alley ourselves with. Sparta will protect us in times of war with their amazing fighters who are trained from little on up. Sparta will also use their oligarchy style of government and relatively fair treatment of non-citizens to the advantage of our polis. Option # 3 – I am a woman and I believe we should join with Sparta.

4. The Body Considering your audience, identify the strongest supporting point S for your persuasion. (At least 3 point per each category- provide examples/evidence) Identify the most significant opposing view . Explaining and then refuting the opposing view strengthens the credibility and scope of your essay (why is the other polis like, why is that worse)

5. Conclusion Creatively restate your thesis and supporting points. Try to leave your audience even more connected to your topic and persuaded by your main idea or perspective.

6. ?????????????????????????? Any questions?? Grading Essays….What would you score them? Collecting information Wrap up….5 reasons to choose Athens, 5 reasons to choose Sparta

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