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Evaluation Argument

A B C D

Very strong

Strong

Average

Somewhat Weak

Weak

Introduction: has a hook and is engaging? Sets up context? Evaluation is of something specific, not a broad issue or category?

Target audience awareness

Clear and direct qualitative thesis statement near the beginning?

Clear and focused criteria near the beginning?

Structure/organization, focus/clarity: stays on topic and follows criteria?

Support/explanation: avoids summary? Depth and specific examples and details? Logical? Quotations sandwiched appropriately and cited properly using MLA format? Individual thinking is evident? Doesn’t rely on sources too much?

Voice/tone: distinctive? Engaging? Consistent? Appropriate for audience?

Counterarguments: considers other viewpoints and handles them appropriately?

Conclusion: engaging? Wraps things up clearly?

Mechanics (grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, etc.) are sound? Works cited pages is done correctly?

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