US Government – Honors
Chapter 1 Essay Response
Directions:
You will respond to the following prompt in essay form. Listed below are the
requirements of the essay response:
- The essay should be at least two pages, but not more than 4.
- Double space the introduction, body, and conclusion only; leave the title and
personal information in single space.
- Leave the side margins at 1.25” and the top/bottom margin at 1”
- Essays have an introductory statement and a conclusion…. Do not forget these.
- Essays also have a body. I do not care how many paragraphs are in the body, but
rather that the essays “flows” throughout and makes sense.
- You need to cite any quotes you may use. (Citation style is your choice)
- The essay is in response to the Federalist Papers 10 and 51 (pages R80 – R84 in
your book)
- Do not be afraid to research the concepts brought up by these writings.
- PAY ATTENTION IN CLASS. I may mention a thing or two about these
writings.
- The essay is worth 25 points. I will be looking at the content of your writing
AND how well the essay itself is written.
Prompt:
In your own words, explain what Madison is saying in these two documents. Also,
explain how these two documents play a role in our current government. Use at least
three examples to support your opinions.
Points: 25 total
Opening and Closing Statements……………………………5 points
Summarization of both Federalist Papers ………………….. 5 points
Identification AND explanation of three examples …………12 points
- A total of three examples from both Federalist Papers. (You
Do NOT need three examples for each paper, just a
total of three)
Grammar, spelling, and syntax ……………………………... 3 points
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