Question : Suppose Mill's theory of utilitarianism is true. Should you eat meat? Carefully explain y ...

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Question : Suppose Mill's theory of utilitarianism is true. Should you eat meat? Carefully explain your answer. Possible Outline to follow: 1-3 sentences explaining the general importance or overarching theme of the philosophy discussed in the whole reading assignment. 2-3 sentences answering the direct comprehension question. 2-3 sentences demonstrating your knowledge of the question or general philosophy using a specific and real-world example or scenario. 2-3 sentences connecting to another major concept from the reading. There are usually several concepts/ideas that can be woven together to show a deep understanding of the theory in question. Criterion Score Research Comprehension Question Criteria 5 points All relevant points addressed in an articulate and thorough manner. Student's response is written concisely in their own words. Serious preparation and reflection demonstrated. Accurate and thorough exposition of the text provided. Answer demonstrated significant quality time spent with the text and with the course material. Student's response indicated that quality time had been spent studying, reflecting, and critically engaging with the ideas and arguments at hand. Response is free of errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. 4 points All relevant points addressed, though some part is not expressed well or is slightly incorrect. Student's response is written concisely in their own words. Adequate preparation and reflection demonstrated. Thorough exposition of the text provided, with minor inaccuracies. Student's response demonstrated engagement with all required readings and course materials. Response has minor (1-2) errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. 3 points Most important points are addressed. A few ideas are poorly expressed or incorrect. Student's response is written concisely, but with excessive (more than 2) use of direct quotes from the text. Answer demonstrates surface-level engagement with the text. Response has several errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. 2 points Incorrect, but with some accurate elements, or missing substantial important elements. Student's response is not written concisely, or the bulk of the response consists of direct quotes from the text. Answer demonstrates inadequate engagement with the text. Critical connections between ideas are missing. Response has an excessive number of errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. 1 point Disrespectful response, or incorrect response that demonstrates complete lack of familiarity with text