10 pts
8 pts
6 pts
4 pts
2 pts
The extent to which the essay conveys complete ideas and information clearly and accurately
-hook -working thesis -written with at least 3 confirming reasons. -counterclaim
the extent to which the writer presents textual evidence from the required texts to support analysis;the extent to which the writer chooses and uses primary and secondary sources to gain insights
the extent to which the writer properly cites sources within the text of the paper
the extent to which the writer uses correct MLA documentation on the WCP: title, spacing, indentation, font, alphabetizing, completion, and accuracy
margins title spacing font type & size header citations works cited page
9 pts
7 pts
the extent to which the writer demonstrates command of standard English, grammar, usage, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling