ASSIGNMENT: Essay #3 Definition
DUE: Sunday, July 31

Write a two-page definition essay on one of the following words or ideas:
Maturity Academic Success
Courage Unconditional Love
Security Self-Respect

Requirements:
• Your essay must adhere to MLA style and formatting guidelines.
• Your essay should NOT use outside sources. Remember that you are an “expert” on this topic.
• Your essay may be written in first or third person point of view. Remember no “you.”
• Your essay may be written in present verb tense or past verb tense; remember to be consistent.

RUBRIC:
A B C D or F
Grammar and Mechanics
(50 points) Essay contains no major errors that affect readability. Essay has few errors that at times affect readability, but those errors do not affect the overall meaning or aren’t very distracting. Essay contains a pattern of errors that affect readability so much so that there is a slight loss of meaning throughout the paper. Essay contains a significant number of errors that strongly affect readability. The lack of proper usage suggests a lack of thorough proofing and editing.
Development
(25 points) Essay is fully developed into an engaging paper that flows naturally and is easy to read. Essay is mostly developed though at times shows a lack of focus or break from mode of development. Essay meets the minimum expectation in terms of development and flow. Essay shows complete lack of development with no clear path towards covering the assigned topic.
Organization
(15 points) Essay is organized in a manner that flows naturally and completely. Essay is well-organized but could use some work in terms of transitions and more solid support. Essay needs a stronger method of development. Train of thought is often hard to follow. Essay is consistently off topic and un-organized.
Style
(10 points) Essay possesses a strong and consistent style and voice. Essay is appropriate in terms of style and voice but could’ve portrayed a stronger individuality. Essay needs a stronger sense of style and voice. Essay is missing an individual style and the author’s voice isn’t easily perceived.