FYI: An "A" paper contains
exemplary language, correct usage, and keen insight. Though these traits are
ideal, they are often the ones that separate a paper that is exceptional or
outstanding from a paper that is merely very good
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CORRECT MLA FORMAT -
10 pts.
~ Correct header
~ Correct heading
~ Title is in correct placement, font
~ Double spaced
~ Correct margins
·
Introduction - 15
pts.
~
Interesting/adequate opening; uses a definite strategy, provides any needed
background
~
Thesis statement is:
clearly
worded
focus
for paper
forceful,
deliberate, strategically placed
·
Body Paragraphs - 25
pts.
~ support thesis statement
~ contain an implied or explicit
topic sentence
~ fully developed with necessary details,
examples, explanation, development that are “real,” clear, concrete and
specific
·
Coherence,
Organization & Unity - 25 pts.
~ information is in a logical, interesting
order & sequence
~ no illogical OR
unnecessary statements to distract
~ paper is fluent; flows with
adequate transitions
~ ideas are easily followed
Reminder: Grammar and mechanics go hand in hand with
coherence and unity; failure in one area can contribute to failure in another
area.
·
Grammar &
Mechanics - 15 pts.
~ At the LEAST, the essay has NO:
misspelled OR misused words
fragments OR comma splices OR run-on sentences
faulty tense
shifts
pronoun/antecedent
errors
vague
pronoun references
·
Conclusion - 10 pts.
~
avoids cliché,
trite opening such as “In conclusion”
~ Intelligent, relevant, compliments the
paper
~ leaves reader with positive
impression of composition as a whole
In addition to the above, one point will be
deducted for every incorrect homonym or incorrect sound-alike word that
is used in the paper. Do NOT rely solely on spell check. Engage thought and
proof-reading!! If you’re not sure
whether it’s the correct word, FIND OUT.
Following are some of the more common and creative examples:
Closes/clothes weather/whether
Wear/were/where vicious/viscous
Its/it’s definitely/defiantly
Their/there/they’re deaf/death
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