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peeʀ-edɪtɪɴɢ ɢʀade sʜeet

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An acceptable paper will have a score of at least three (3) out of five in each category.

5 = Superior 4 = Excellent 3 = Satisfactory

2 = Unsatisfactory 1 = Poor

I. cʟeaʀʟʏ-stated puʀpose. The writer’s thesis statement is clearly-stated in the introduction, is apparent throughout
the paper, and is developed beyond the parameters of the general assignment.
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II. pʀeseɴtatɪoɴ aɴd suppoʀtɪɴɢ evɪdeɴce. The writer’s views and interpretations are solidly represented through
supporting evidence and detail. Generalizations are adequately supplemented by precise, interesting particulars;
no digressions from the purpose are evident.
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III. cʟaʀɪtʏ of expʀessɪoɴ. The essay flows with logical and lucid precision. There is no need for the reader to
backtrack because of confusing or inappropriate detail, wordy or grammatically incorrect sentences, or awkward
transitions from idea to idea.
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IV. ʟoɢɪcaʟ coɴsɪsteɴcʏ. The argument is developed in a logical, rational way. Arguments follow standard dialectical
patterns and do not turn into rants or emotive imperatives.
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V. ʀeasoɴaʙʟe fʀeedom fʀom mecʜaɴɪcaʟ eʀʀoʀs. There are no, or minor, errors of grammar, spelling, or
punctuation. Specifically, there are no errors that confuse or distract the reader.
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fɪɴaʟ ɢʀade ⁽1-5⁾: ___________________