his/her marking? :/
2007-12-08 10:12:34 · 24 answers · asked by R 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
lol. I'm not looking for bonus points, I just can't afford to fail.
2007-12-08 10:16:32 · update #1
You can preach if you want when I ask a relevant question lol.
2007-12-08 10:25:07 · update #2
I am in the UK BTW.
2007-12-08 10:26:46 · update #3
depends on how strong they stand on that point. I do not agree. God does exist And he is amazing
2007-12-08 10:15:03 · answer #1 · answered by ~ Yenny ~ 4 · 3⤊ 10⤋
If you're writing an essay, statements about anything that can't be proven in that essay will work against you, regardless of what that statement is. The existence of God might be too big a topic just to mention casually, unless you present materials from sources which supports your specific argument. I wouldn't worry about the bias of your examiner. Assume that they're going to take any argument you make and judge it by how you've presented it, rather than on whether they agree with you or not.
If I were you, I'd take a central statement that you can prove and then work from there. That's always the best way to write an "A" essay.
Good luck.
2007-12-08 10:35:05 · answer #2 · answered by Clipper 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unless you are going to a church parochial school there is almost NO CHANCE that the examiner would mark you down for believing God exists.
Writing that you believe DOES exist will almost automatically get you graded lower in public schools.....at least on this planet.
2007-12-08 10:32:33 · answer #3 · answered by deanr610 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It could be possible that the marker could lean toward his or her beliefs during mark, either negatively or to your advantage. But that shouldn't keep you from writing a good essay with legitimate points. Remember, if you happen to get a unfair mark, there are always people who will help you get the mark you deserve. ie. such as talking to your professor or the T.A who marked it or you can just directly take it to the offices, if need be. When it comes to marks, you should do all you can!
2007-12-08 10:22:16 · answer #4 · answered by positive 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the situation: is it highschool, college, university? It may also depend on the region, unfortunately.
Odds are probably 75/25% that the examiner will disagree with you and that will color their judgment of your essay. If the writing is quality, you can get past that in most cases.
Decide where to fight your battles and good luck.
2007-12-08 10:17:46 · answer #5 · answered by Aravah 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What kind of examination is the essay for? If it was not relevant to the specific exam if you believed in God or not, I would sue, sue, sue, then sue some more if the examiner was biased on that basis. Did I mention sue?
2007-12-08 10:17:12 · answer #6 · answered by An Independent 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I used the Bible as a source in a report that I did in high school many years ago. The teacher marked me down and said that the Bible was all fiction and it couldn't be used as a source. I disagreed with him, however, in the public school system I didn't have a prayer (pardon the pun).
2007-12-08 10:24:04 · answer #7 · answered by prettylade 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on if they believe in god or not.
Talking about God is extremely controversial. there is a big chance they will perhaps bias it. State that you, YOURSELF, do not believe in God. Instead of forcing your thoughts out to other people.
I believe in God, and that wouldn't be such a great idea to just say it so bluntly! State it's your own perspective.
2007-12-08 10:17:38 · answer #8 · answered by XsadieX 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Greetings! If your teacher or professor is open minded and objective, he or she will look at your paper for your qualities.
That is, he or she will look at your choice of wordage, how you support your ideas, what sources have you drawn from to help mold your argument, as well as spelling and grammar.
Most professors that I have met in college (except one), cherished papers from people who come from a different religious, cultural and often, political perspective. Most teachers I have met are very eager to learn what you have to say, not just what they dish out.
Hope that helps you. Take care.
2007-12-08 10:28:12 · answer #9 · answered by TeacherGrant 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're always taking a chance (he/she could be unbias, or grade it unfairly... with a low mark or even a high mark if they agree). It is a matter of your willingness to accept consequences for your expression, have the moral courage to stand for your beliefs... but it is also wise to pick your battles. Good Luck.
2007-12-08 10:18:27 · answer #10 · answered by tom s 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If they are christian they will probably be very biased. If your grade means a lot to you, you should omit the god doesn't exist part. Put in that you don't think god exists and explain why. When you tell people who strongly believe in god plainly that god doesn't exist they get really offended.
2007-12-08 10:16:17 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋