War Poetry

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent and Structure

All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way. • The essay is at least 500 words • The flow of ideas throughout the essay follows a logical, well-organized pattern • Each paragraph expresses one idea encapsulated in a topic sentence • The introduction and conclusion are engaging, cohesive, and appropriate in their position in the essay • The response is relevant to the reading

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStyle and Clarity

Elements of style and clarity are strong. • Paragraph and sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of thought • The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment • A variety of sentence structures are present

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMLA Formatting

The essay is written and formatted in scrupulous adherence to all MLA formatting guidelines for academic papers.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Mechanics

Syntax, grammar, spelling, and punctuation are strong. • No major sentence errors, including fragments and run-ons, are present • Rules of grammar and punctuation are followed. In particular, verbs, pronouns, commas, apostrophes, and semicolons are all used correctly • Spelling is correct • Capitalization, italicization, and quotation marks are used correctly, when necessary