Imagine that you are a member of the Athenian jury hearing the case of Socrates: how would you vote? Why? Spelling and grammar are important, so edit your essay before you submit it. Support your answer with good reasons and use relevant terminology correctly–show me you know what you are talking about! Make a good argument! You will be graded on (1)how well you demonstrate an understanding of the relevant philosophical concepts, (2)how well you reason, and (3)how well you write. Use this Basic Essay Structure: Introduction: Be succinct (no more than one paragraph), but include the following Thesis Statement- one sentence underlined (the claim to be supported) Argument supporting the thesis: this is where you provide reasons and explanations that support your thesis (i.e., this is where you develop your premises) Assessment of objections: This is where you address objections and counterarguments to the argument you are making in the essay.
