ColdWarEventDiscussion.docx

Cold War Event Discussion

In this discussion you will write a 2 paragraph (10-12 sentences) opinion, responding to the topic question.

Topic Question:

· In your opinion, what do you think was the most significant event that happened during the Cold War? Specifically, which event had the biggest impact on American society politics and society as a whole? 

In order to support your claim, use at least 2 piece of evidence from the online textbook source in the link below

Here is a suggested format to follow to help you structure your essay:

Paragraph 1:

Topic Sentence:

Concrete Detail (from source):

Commentary (your opinion/analysis):

Commentary

 Paragraph 2: 

Concrete Detail (from source):

Commentary (your opinion/analysis):

Summary

Final Concluding 

Rubric:

Category

Does Not Meet Yet (0-59)

Emerging Expectations (60-75)

Meets Expectations(76-89)

Exceeds Expectations(90-100)

Organization (30%)

Format is not followed or is not clear.

The question is answered but may lack organization or does not meet the length requirement.

Your response is 2 paragraphs of 8-12 sentences total.

You wrote a detailed response that is organized and focused. You included 2 paragraphs of 10-12 sentences total.

Content(50%)

Content is not on topic and does include supporting examples.

Content makes an effort to be on topic, may have 1 or 2 examples as evidence.

Content is on topic with 1 -2 examples as evidence.

Content is engaging and shows critical thinking on topic. With at least 2 examples as evidence.

2 Comments(20%)

A comment was not provided. or little effort was made.

1-2 non-specific comments were provided.

2 specific comments were given.

2 comments were given, the responses were engaging and challenged the writer in an academic format.