Evaluation Essay

Question 1

*Include an introductory paragraph consisting of your thesis statement and well-developed lead-in sentences, at least three or four body paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph.

*Include numerous direct quotations from the essay you are evaluating. Failure to meet this requirement will result in a “D” for the assignment

*The essay must be 1000-1500 words, double-spaced, 12-point size type, Times New Roman font.This is an evaluation essay–one in which you will both summarize and analyze. Your primary objective should not be to present your own viewpoint of the article’s topic; rather, your objective is to demonstrate, through summary and analysis, an understanding of the article’s structure, purpose, techniques and, ultimately, its persuasive effectiveness.

In this essay, you will include the following:

– a summary of the author’s thesis

– a summary of the essay’s organizational approach or structure

– a summary of the author’s key points he/she includes to support the thesis

– an analysis of the effectiveness of the author’s argument, including an evaluation of strong and weak aspects of the argument

– an inclusion of short, direct supporting quotations throughout the supporting paragraphs to exemplify your points. (Failure to meet this requirement will result in a “D” for the assignment.)

* The essay must include an introduction, several supporting paragraphs (at least three), and a conclusion.

Question 2

answer the question in MLA style

In what ways did the Council of Trent respond to the challenge of Martin Luther’s theology