These are reaction / response essays to the material covered in lecture; your essays must consist of:
A. An Introduction paragraph, which contains a minimum of two sentences that introduces your question or topic; and establishes a foundation for the remainder of your essay. This section functions like a roadmap to tell us what you will be discussing in the body of your essay.
B. Body paragraph(s), which present the major content of your answer. Include at least one body paragraph with three or four sentences within the paragraph.
C. A conclusion paragraph, which contains a minimum of two sentences and summarizes the major points contained in the body paragraphs.
In writing a good reaction paper, it is not enough to simply praise the strengths or criticize the weakness of the lecture or reading material. More than that, students must be able to justify their “reaction”. It is important to provide the reasons why, for example, the information related to prohibition was compelling, or why the argument of a particular historical figure resonates a strong message with you.
