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.5 Possible Point Essay meets class and MLA format specifications, to include correctly crafted documentation elements (if needed).
2 Possible Points Uses clear and correctly placed one-sentence thesis statement; Introduction and conclusion are present. The introduction catches the reader's attention and the conclusion effectively brings the essay to a close. All paragraphs have topic sentences, and those sentences are clear and tell what the entire paragraph is about. Details match the thesis statement. Details are clear and help clarify the topic sentence.
1 Possible Point The right quality and quantity of detail exists. Essay "flows" well. Details flow in a logical order and one paragraph leads into the next.
1.5 Possible Points Sentences are clear, meaningful, and concise; Diction is correct and appropriate; Appropriate tone; Consistent use of standard American grammar, mechanics, and style rules.