Criterion
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3 (Criterion addressed effectively)
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2 (Criterion addressed)
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1 (Criterion addressed ineffectively.)
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WT.
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PTS.
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THESIS and FOCUS
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Thesis is clear and thought provoking; essay stays focused on developing the thesis statement. The writer forcefully makes a point.
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Thesis is clearly written, but my lack punch; essay mostly stays on task. Writer makes a point.
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Thesis is either unclear or uninteresting; essay strays from intended focus. Writer’s point is uncertain or vague.
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5
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/15
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ANALYSIS
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Analysis shows critical thinking and synthesis, illuminating the thesis. Analysis is logical and relevant, propelling the argument forward.
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Analysis shows critical thinking and synthesis, addressing the thesis. Analysis is mostly logical and relevant, contributing to the thesis.
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Analysis is superficial and/or does not synthesize ideas; may be irrelevant or illogical.
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10
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/30
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USE OF EVIDENCE
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All points are reinforced with evidence; abundant evidence is valid and critical to making a claim.
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Most points use valid evidence. Evidence from several valid sources used to support claims.
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Evidence sparsely used; sources may be of questionable validity; essay relies on generalizations or summary.
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5
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/15
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ORGANIZATION and FLOW
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Essay is logically constructed; ideas build upon each other; transitions are effective; clear and effective opening and conclusion
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Essay is logically constructed; ideas mostly build upon each other. Contains an opening, conclusion, and transitions.
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Essay has lapses in logical flow or construction. While paragraphs make sense, transitions are lacking. Opening and conclusion unclear.
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5
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/15
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VOICE
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Essay is engaging and authoritative, enticing the reader to finish.
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Essay appears force or the author lacks conviction. Voice does not hinder the reader.
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Voice may hinder the reader; essay sounds uninspired or boring.
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5
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/15
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FLUENCY and WORD CHOICE
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(10 Points) Sentence structure and word choice actively contribute to the essay’s meaning.
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(7 Points) Sentence structure and word choice help to develop the thesis; doesn’t detract from meaning.
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(3 Points) Fluency and word choice detract from meaning at times.
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1
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/10
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