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Organization · title is original and captures the theme of the piece (2) · effectively introduces situation, background, and focus of the paper in introduction (3) · contains a strong, controlling thesis (5) · body paragraphs are focused on proving the thesis, with strong topic sentences to focus the body paragraphs (5) · Conclusion restates points made and provokes thought at the end (3) · documents source (novel) on a Works Cited Page and follows proper MLA format (2) COMMENTS: 20 Ideas · uses a wide variety of interesting and carefully selected evidence to prove thesis (15) o properly cites sources with appropriate parenthetical documentation applying to all material not original o properly embeds the information to have flow and rhythm to the writing [unique_solution]· thoroughly examines all aspects of the topic through well-developed explanations (15) o points are logical and thoughtful o analysis display a generous dose of complexity, freshness of thought, and/or individual perspective COMMENTS: 30 Sentence Fluency · uses effective cohesive devices between &/or within paragraphs (6) · progresses in a logical manner, and one thought leads into the other (6) · contains sentences which are clear and varied in structure (8) o diversity in introducing quotations o grammar rules learned in the year COMMENTS: 20 Voice · clearly shows an awareness of audience and purpose maintains a consistent voice throughout the essay (3) · Avoids first/second person point of view (3) · Uses literary devices learned in order to enhance writing voice (4) COMMENTS: 10 Diction · uses precise and vivid language (3) · use of vivid words is intentional and impressive (3) · uses vocabulary words from the year in order to enhance diction (4) COMMENTS: 10 Conventions · contains few errors in grammar (2) punctuation (2), capitalization (2), and/or spelling (2) throughout writing · avoids contractions, slang, and informal writing (2)