English 005: From Pucks to Parliament


9 October 2008

Canadian Election assignment part two

Each of your groups has chosen a Canadian political party for the subject of your presentation assignment. Prepare a ten-minute presentation on why your classmates should vote for your party.

In your presentation, make sure to demonstrate your understanding of the following:

  • Key issues in the current election
  • Your party's history and main principles
  • The difference between your party and the others
  • Why you think your party leader would be the best Prime Minister

In addition, prepare a written summary to submit on Monday (2-3 pages plus a list of sources you used). Your presentation will count for 10% of your final grade for the course. You will be graded according to the following categories

Content: fair / good / very good / excellent

Research and preparation: fair / good / very good / excellent

Presentation: fair / good / very good / excellent

Enthusiasm: fair / good / very good / excellent

Contribution to the class’ knowledge of the topic: fair / good / very good / excellent