Journal #34

ACT essays are very important. They are necessary to get a good ACT score, and can be kind of confusing. ACT essays need to have good introductions and conclusions, that are very clear and well-developed. Sentences must vary, and word choice must be effective. There should be few to no spelling or grammar errors, and they must not impede understanding. Paragraphs should show the point of view chosen to represent, and it is necessary to have a counterargument as well. It is easier to show counterarguments in the same spot as the argument that is being presented. On the prompt, while you may believe one thing, you should pick whatever argument you have more evidence for. If you do that, you will be able to write a better essay, because it will be easier to elaborate and give good support and evidence, which is very important. Without good evidence, it is impossible to get a good score, so elaboration and in depth support is vital. It is also necessary to stay on task and focus on the prompt, because going off topic will also do nothing but harm the score and impede the possibility of getting a 6. The grading scale for the writing portion is a six-point holistic grading rubric. Without everything for one score, it is impossible to go any higher, so try to cover all of the bases. It is important to get everything, or a good score is impossible. It is also very important to proofread your essay before you turn it in, because without proofreading, some of the language used could impede understanding and comprehension, which could cause a worse score. Proofreading is important in everyday life, but it is especially important in the ACT argumentative essay, because it can only help your score. It is possible to get a good grade on the ACT argumentative essay, it is just important to cover all of the bases and write well.