Evaluation of Essay 3 (Classical Argument)
Essayist:__________________________
Title: Does your title forecast the issue or problem
your essay e amines and make readers
want to read on?
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Introduction:
Engaging and compelling?
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Background? Is this
background clear and complete? Does it
set up the reason for the argument?
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Argument:
Did the author include a clear point and argument
supporting that point?
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Are there 2-3 quotes per paragraph that support the
author’s argument?
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Counter-argument:
Does the author include a counter-argument that acts as a “nod” to the
other side of the argument?
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Rebuttal: Does the
author then rebut (or counter the counterargument) with strong, convincing
argument?
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Conclusion: Is it stylized? Does it end profoundly?
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Mechanics and Style:
Does the author provide enough transitions to help the reader see how points are connected?
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Are
there enough Level #1 examples to
illustrate and support your ideas (facts, quotations, statistics, anecdotes
from your own experiences. . .).
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Style:
Is there a sense of voice in this writing? Is there a personality behind the writer, or,
does this read like textbook writing?
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The author's writing demonstrates careful editing
with attention to stylistic choices
such as use of strong verbs, use of attributive tags, strategic use of
punctuation and unified paragraphs.
Writer uses logos, pathos, and ethos to give their writing depth.
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Careful use of attributive tags and in-text citations:
Does the author introduce borrowed words or ideas
by using attributive tags? Are all
borrowed words and facts noted with in-text citations with the page
number?
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Works Cited:
a.
Is it in proper format?
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b.
Is the text hanging?
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c.
Is it in alphabetical order?
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