Compose a multi-source synthesis essay integrating ≥3 sources (CCSS W.8.1; W.8.2; W.8.7; W.8.8; W.8.9)
Exercise
Difficulty 4
~12 min
eng.g8.f.ex_25
Synthesis Body Paragraph Drafting
Prompt
Draft one synthesis body paragraph integrating ≥2 of your 3 sources. Use at least 1 They-Say/I-Say template (recommend Template 8). Include parenthetical MLA in-text citations.
Answer criteria
type
rubric
rubric
Paragraph integrates ≥2 sources + uses synthesis-template + cites correctly + makes cross-source connection = mastery; partial = practicing
Hints
- Open with a synthesis claim.
- Quote-sandwich each piece of evidence: signal phrase + quote + analysis.
Misconceptions to watch
- Lists sources side by side without cross-source connection.
- One source dominates 80% of the paragraph.
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