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Sense of
meaning/purpose
clear and
provocative thesis;
sense of direction
Depth of
understanding/analysis.
depth of understanding;
attempts to interpret.
sound understanding
of topic; some depth
basic understanding;
tends to summarize
little understanding of
the topic.
Strength of argument.
inadequate material
Choice/support of
examples and quotations
well-chosen detail,
examples,
and quotations that are
supported well
relies on general
knowledge, emotion;
quotations are poorly
supported.
Comments:
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Style/Clarity
Style
Generally colloquial.
Wide repertoire of
effective sentence
structures.
Engaging introduction.
Sound structure; seems
effortless and natural.
Smoothy integrates
elements such as
examples, explanations,
and anecdotes.
Conclusion provides a
satisfying resolution.
Conventions (spelling,
grammar, punctuation,
etc.)
Limited repertoire of
sentences.
Straightforward
vocabulary.
Little evidence of
deliberate techniques.
Opening establishes
purpose.
Sequence is generally
logical but may lack sense
Transitions help to connect
of direction.
ideas clearly.
Transitions awkward or
Conclusion focuses on the
missing in places.
purpose; tries to provide a
resolution.
Conclusion is often
mechanical.
Sequence is logical.
Includes noticeable
errors that may distract
the reader but do not
interfere with meaning.