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To what extent does the intro feature an interesting, engaging lead that draws the reader to a powerful, assertive thesis focused on a big idea rather than the literature (WRITING)
To what extent do you present a powerful, assertive, defensible thesis statement that reflects synthesis thinking? (WRITING)
To what extent do the arguments and evidence from three or more works prove the accuracy of the thesis (READING)
To what extent does the paper employ proper citation and embedded evidence (CITING EVIDENCE)
To what extent does the paper lead to a logical "so what?" conclusion that leaves the reader thinking? (WRITING)