Instruction
In The Norton Reader, Shorter 14th Edition, read Benjamin Franklin “Learning to Write.” (This
reading will provide you with a context of understanding about Franklin.)
Write a film review of Benjamin Franklin: An Extraordinary Life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8ZQfosna34
a. Note the specifications of a book review and adapt accordingly. Write four or more
pages in your review. (https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/704/1/)
b. Choose a specific audience related to your future or current field of work. (For example,
if you are pursuing a degree in education, write a film review aimed at educators or
education majors.)
c. Integrate evidence from the film and other relevant, credible sources. (Remember the
benefit of database sources.)
d. Cite sources in MLA.
Writing Assignment Rubric (200 points)
Twenty points are possible in each section for a total of 200 points possible.
_________ Compelling title and introduction paragraph with thesis
_________ Organized body paragraphs with transitions
_________ Detailed examples
_________ Relevant evidence as support (from film and database sources).
_________ Focus on review (rather than summary)
_________ Stylistic considerations (includes sentence variety)
_________ Attention to your specific audience
_________ Concluding paragraph that summarizes and reinforces message
_________ Citation of sources in MLA or APA format
_________ Grammar, punctuation, spelling, mechanics