Project Description Argumentative Writing Topic 1: Some people believe that anti-intellectualism is a rising problem in China. Others think that Chinese education should emphasize more on all-round development. Which opinion do you agree on? Please support your opinion with reasons and examples. Topic 2: Can you exemplify a fad/trend that has attracted your attention or made you follow? How long have you got involved in it? Do you think that fad/trend is positive or negative? Please state your reasons. Requirements: 1. Give your essay a title 2. No less than 120 words for the body 3. Sketch the outline before writing 4. Write up the essay in 30 minutes 5. Edit carefully for no less than two rounds Project Evaluation Criteria Argumentative Writing (100%) 2 Appropriate length (10%) 2 Appropriate structure and content (60%) 2 Tense and Voice should be correctly used in this composition. (10%) 2 You must use at least four words and one sentence pattern from Text A and Text B. (10%) 2 An overall mark will be given according to your English proficiency (grammar, word choice, sentence structure, coherency...). (10%) Introduction: (10%) 2 Which viewpoint do you agree on? Body: (35%) 2 Why would you agree on that viewpoint? 2 Provide at least three paragraphs to support your opinion. 2 Each paragraph should cover a topic sentence followed by supporting sentences or examples. Conclusion: (15%) 2 Summarize your points and/or give suggestions on how to balance work and play. 2