A bare beginning; writer not yet showing any control
1 pts
Need for revision outweighs strengths; isolated moments hint at what the writer has in mind
2 pts
Strengths and need for revision are about equal; about halfway home
3 pts
On balance, the strengths outweigh the weaknesses; a small amount of revision is needed
4 pts
Shows control and skill in this trait; many strengths present
5 pts
Exceeds expectations
6 pts