Grading Sheet for Essay #2 (#093)

Each of the following is worth a possible 20 points:

1. First/introductory paragraph is the size of a small paragraph and includes a main thesis/central idea which is stated clearly and understood by the reader (in one sentence).

2. The essay reads smoothly throughout this piece, provides connective transitions from point to point, paragraph to paragraph, and has an ending with a sense of closure.

3. Use of sensory details and strong action words (verbs) are found. Verbs

are used correctly in terms of tenses, person, and form.

4. The writing provides a balance when discussing the various characteristics or aspects of each point being made in this comparison/contrast essay.

5. The writing is clear of general grammar/editing problems for this #093 level work. (If the problems are too severe, the points taken off could be higher than the allotted 20 points for this part.) The instructor keeps in mind that by the end of the quarter, the student is prepared for the strict grammar/editing requirements for English #101.

The following notes at least one strength in the writing that your instructor found:

There is a main issue that might have weakened the paper and, possibly, have lowered your grade: