EVALUATION SHEET

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FOR A.P. ESSAYS 9-8 7-6 5 4-3 2-1

I Writer grabs the
N The writer reader’s attention
T contextualizes the issue
for readers: why should Writer takes a clear
R position on the topic
educated, informed
O
citizens care about this Thesis captures
D topic? complexity of the issue
U
and focuses the writer’s
C position
T
I
O
N

S Argument is convincing
U
P At least three pieces of
P evidence are used
O effectively to support of
R the position identified in
The writer combines the introduction
T sources and position to Connection between
& form a cohesive, well- position and evidence is
E organized, supported clearly established
V argument in 2- 4 Significance of evidence
I paragraphs. in relation to thesis is
examined
D General statements are
E supported
N
C Explanations are clear,
E thorough, and accurate

S Effective diction is used

T
Y Some figurative
L language
The writer uses mature,
E (metaphors/similes,
creative and stylistic imagery, allusions,
elements. alliteration)
Sentence structure
variety

Detectable and
appropriate voice/tone

C Conclusion does not

O summarize but
addresses how
N educated, informed
C The writer creates a
citizens should continue
closing of the essay that
L to think about the issue
is present and effective. and how the issue will
U
affect readers’ lives
S Closing sentence leaves
I the reader with
O something to consider,
N or ends with POP!
G Few spelling and writing
. The essay has few mechanics errors
U errors in grammar, Transitions used not
. usage and mechanics. just at the beginning of
paragraphs
M
.

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