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This paragraph introduces the essay's purpose and includes a thorough thesis statement. Thesis statement should be ONE sentence that includes the essay's purpose along with three points that prove the that purpose.
This paragraph should include the strengths of social media. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through research. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific.
This paragraph should include the weaknesses of social media. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through research. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific.
The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay purpose.
Essay restates and answers the chosen prompt and follows the format of a well written thesis statement. Effective transition statements between paragraphs are evident.
Essay is highly accurate in use of conventions, especially in subject/verb agreement, sentence structure, paragraph transition sentences, spelling mechanics, etc.) Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely and MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas.
Works Cited includes at least five sources and is correctly formatted. One in-text references per body paragraph is effectively used.