After Reading: 4-Sentence Essay

Assignment:
In a 4-sentence essay, create an argument for the above question. Use evidence from
The Jungle to support your argument. Be sure to provide clarification to connect your
evidence to your argument and context to provide fluidity for your readers.

Requirements:
- 1 paragraph clearly stating what Sinclairs purpose of The Jungle.
o Be sure to explain in enough detail pretend Miss Raetz has never read the
story.
o Evidence must be quoted in MLA format.
- Typed (12 pt. font, double spaced)
Criteria:
20 points total
Exceeds Expectations
5 pts.
Meets Expectations
4 pts.
Needs Improvement
3 pts.
IDEAS

______x 3 = 15 points
The writer includes a
well thought out
explanation of what the
authors purpose is and
it is proven with well
explained evidence of
from the text.
The writer includes a
reasonable discussion of
the authors purpose and
somewhat strong
evidence; however, it is
not explained in enough
detail or does not prove
the purpose the writer
presents.
The writer does not
include an authors
purpose and/or does
not include evidence
proving his/her
discussion.
CONVENTIONS &
ORGANIZATION

_______ x1 = 5 points
No spelling/grammar
errors

Paragraph is well
organized with context,
argument, evidence,
clarification, and
transitions.
Some grammar/spelling
errors

Paragraphs are somewhat
organized due to missing
context, argument,
evidence, clarification,
and/or transitions.
Several
grammar/spelling errors
(So many, it is too
difficult to read)

Paragraphs are missing
2+: context, argument,
evidence, clarification,
and/or transitions.


What is Sinclairs purpose for writing The Jungle?