<p>I have received constant C's on all my essays, the final is coming close, and I NP'd (not passed) the first final!
The final will be based on three readings, and will be done in class. My professor said she would grade it like a rough draft, so not as critically as a final draft, yet I have not passed the first midterm so IDK how that would apply to me.</p>
<p>So far the only knowledge that I have of passing the Final is:
1. put 2 quotes from different sources in the same paragraph, then analyze each.
2. Basic structure:
4 paragraphs:
...2 body paragraphs that do #1 above and attempts to synthesize and analyze, introduce the quotes and come up with a introduction and conclusion,
...1 intro that introduces the quotes and my argument,
...1 closing that further analyzes my argument where I have forgotten too do so.</p>
<p>That is about it. I am able to write an essay on a computer when I can write a sentence and then write one before it, but in a timed essay everything has to be in line and written after the last sentence. I might also have trouble finding connections between sources and synthesizing.</p>
<p>Does anyone have any hints for how to pass the final? </p>
<p>I don’t understand this part: “That is about it. I am able to write an essay on a computer when I can write a sentence and then write one before it, but in a timed essay everything has to be in line and written after the last sentence.”</p>
<p>They will grade your final as a rough draft, so if you are coherent, you should pass.</p>
<p>Did you read and highlight and notate all your selected readings? Do you have a few quotes highlighted that the instructor made mention of during class? Have you done the work all semester?</p>
<p>It’s late to be asking for advice. If you are a solid C student I think you should be able to pass the final. Just try to have an idea about the main ideas and themes of each selection and you should be fine.</p>
<p>I used to tutor for Expository Writing so I felt compelled to answer this. The best advice I can give you is to create an outline and familiarize yourself with structuring the essay.</p>
<p>You should already be familiar with each of the texts and the general themes and arguments that each author is making. When it’s time to write your final paper, you’ll simply need to apply what you already know to whatever the question asks you. </p>
<p>What will elevate your essay from average to above-average is how well your arguments flow from one paragraph to the next. A well-written essay is like a smooth, paved road. Jumping from one argument to the next, or moving from one paragraph to the next without a proper transition is like coming across frequent speed bumps.Transition sentences are a life-saver! </p>
<p>For future essays - outline, outline, and outline! It will save you a ton of time when it comes to writing your final draft and it will also help you visualize the skeleton of your essay before you pile on the meaty text.</p>
<p>Good luck! </p>
<p>Rugved Deshpande
Admissions Associate
Rutgers, The State University of NJ</p>