1.Does the draft include a thesis statement/ conclusion? What is it? Is it clearly stated and arguable?
This draft includes both a thesis statement and and conclusion. They argue in support of pro abortion and states that for women to be able to decide on decisions involving their bodies is a fundamental right. Both are well written and come across as informative yet affirmative.
2.Does every body paragraph begin with a premise/ topic sentence that supports the thesis?
Yes every body paragraph begins with a premise that supports the underlying argument. These topic sentences mention low-income women, the safety of legal abortions, and women’s rights.
3.Does each body paragraph include relevant supporting evidence? Explain.
Yes, every body paragraph includes relevant evidence that strengthens the argument. Supreme court case Roe v Wade is quoted and other relevant articles.
4.Does the draft include 3 sources, at least two of which are from CQ Researcher or Opposing Viewpoints/ BMCC database?
Yes this draft includes 3 sources and 2 of them are from CQ Researcher.
5.Does the research support the author’s thesis without replacing their voice? For example, if there is a quote, is it explained and analyzed?
No because every quote is explained after in detail after being used.
6.Does the author include at least 1 opposing viewpoint, followed by a refutation? Explain.
Yes they mention the rights of the unborn child, however, there is also a rebuttal reminding the reader of the main argument.
7.Is it clear who the audience is/ who the draft is addressed to?
Yes, it is clear the essay is addressed to people who are against abortion.
8. Does the author include an outline? If so, is it well-organized?
The author does include an outline and it is very well-organized and easy to read.
9. What are the strengths of this draft?
The strengths of this draft is the word play. Every sentence is written in a way that entices the reader to keep reading.
10. Do you have any other comments or suggestions?
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1.Does the draft include a thesis statement/ conclusion? What is it? Is it clearly stated and arguable?
Yes her draft highlights her thesis and advocates for the preservation of abortion rights, and the struggle that people have in regards to their reproductive choices.
2.Does every body paragraph begin with a premise/ topic sentence that supports the thesis?
Each paragraph starts with a sentence that is backed with supporting evidence. The writer clearly states why this ties into her thesis
3.Does each body paragraph include relevant supporting evidence? Explain.
Each body paragraph gives a healthy amount of supporting evidence from Roe v. Wade and how medically unsupervised abortions are unsafe.
4.Does the draft include 3 sources, at least two of which are from CQ Researcher or Opposing Viewpoints/ BMCC database?
The draft includes 3 sources that are relevant to their topic and support their argument.
5.Does the research support the author’s thesis without replacing their voice? For example, if there is a quote, is it explained and analyzed? All quotes are explained and connected back to the thesis, further promoting the argument that abortion rights must be preserved.
6.Does the author include at least 1 opposing viewpoint, followed by a refutation? Explain.
The article does present an opposing viewpoint that it is important to respect people’s opinions against the support of abortion, but refutes that a woman has the individual choice to her autonomy.
7.Is it clear who the audience is/ who the draft is addressed to?
The essay is addressing those who may not agree with abortion rights
8. Does the author include an outline? If so, is it well-organized?
The outline is organized
9. What are the strengths of this draft?
The sources used are powerful and help further the argument
10. Do you have any other comments or suggestions?
A stronger opposing viewpoint would help in the final paragraphs
2 thoughts on “Kalyn Boudinot – Outline + ROUGH draft”
1.Does the draft include a thesis statement/ conclusion? What is it? Is it clearly stated and arguable?
This draft includes both a thesis statement and and conclusion. They argue in support of pro abortion and states that for women to be able to decide on decisions involving their bodies is a fundamental right. Both are well written and come across as informative yet affirmative.
2.Does every body paragraph begin with a premise/ topic sentence that supports the thesis?
Yes every body paragraph begins with a premise that supports the underlying argument. These topic sentences mention low-income women, the safety of legal abortions, and women’s rights.
3.Does each body paragraph include relevant supporting evidence? Explain.
Yes, every body paragraph includes relevant evidence that strengthens the argument. Supreme court case Roe v Wade is quoted and other relevant articles.
4.Does the draft include 3 sources, at least two of which are from CQ Researcher or Opposing Viewpoints/ BMCC database?
Yes this draft includes 3 sources and 2 of them are from CQ Researcher.
5.Does the research support the author’s thesis without replacing their voice? For example, if there is a quote, is it explained and analyzed?
No because every quote is explained after in detail after being used.
6.Does the author include at least 1 opposing viewpoint, followed by a refutation? Explain.
Yes they mention the rights of the unborn child, however, there is also a rebuttal reminding the reader of the main argument.
7.Is it clear who the audience is/ who the draft is addressed to?
Yes, it is clear the essay is addressed to people who are against abortion.
8. Does the author include an outline? If so, is it well-organized?
The author does include an outline and it is very well-organized and easy to read.
9. What are the strengths of this draft?
The strengths of this draft is the word play. Every sentence is written in a way that entices the reader to keep reading.
10. Do you have any other comments or suggestions?
N/A
1.Does the draft include a thesis statement/ conclusion? What is it? Is it clearly stated and arguable?
Yes her draft highlights her thesis and advocates for the preservation of abortion rights, and the struggle that people have in regards to their reproductive choices.
2.Does every body paragraph begin with a premise/ topic sentence that supports the thesis?
Each paragraph starts with a sentence that is backed with supporting evidence. The writer clearly states why this ties into her thesis
3.Does each body paragraph include relevant supporting evidence? Explain.
Each body paragraph gives a healthy amount of supporting evidence from Roe v. Wade and how medically unsupervised abortions are unsafe.
4.Does the draft include 3 sources, at least two of which are from CQ Researcher or Opposing Viewpoints/ BMCC database?
The draft includes 3 sources that are relevant to their topic and support their argument.
5.Does the research support the author’s thesis without replacing their voice? For example, if there is a quote, is it explained and analyzed? All quotes are explained and connected back to the thesis, further promoting the argument that abortion rights must be preserved.
6.Does the author include at least 1 opposing viewpoint, followed by a refutation? Explain.
The article does present an opposing viewpoint that it is important to respect people’s opinions against the support of abortion, but refutes that a woman has the individual choice to her autonomy.
7.Is it clear who the audience is/ who the draft is addressed to?
The essay is addressing those who may not agree with abortion rights
8. Does the author include an outline? If so, is it well-organized?
The outline is organized
9. What are the strengths of this draft?
The sources used are powerful and help further the argument
10. Do you have any other comments or suggestions?
A stronger opposing viewpoint would help in the final paragraphs