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The introduction is inviting, states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper.
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The introduction clearly states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper, but is not particularly inviting to the reader.
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The introduction states the main topic, but does not adequately preview the structure of the paper nor is it particularly inviting to the reader.
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There is no clear introduction of the main topic or structure of the paper.
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There is one clear, well-focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information.
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Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general.
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Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information.
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The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information.
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Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, and the choice and placement of the words seems accurate, natural and not forced.
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Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, but occasionally the words are used inaccurately or seem overdone.
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Writer uses words that communicate clearly, but the writing lacks variety, punch or flair.
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Writer uses a limited vocabulary that does not communicate strongly or capture the reader's interest. Jargon or cliches may be present and detract from the meaning.
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All sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis.
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Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand.
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Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand.
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The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand.
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The writer seems to be writing from knowledge or experience. The author has taken the ideas and made them "his own."
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The writer seems to be drawing on knowledge or experience, but there is some lack of ownership of the topic.
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The writer relates some of his own knowledge or experience, but it adds nothing to the discussion of the topic.
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The writer has not tried to transform the information in a personal way. The ideas and the way they are expressed seem to belong to someone else.
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Writer makes no errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
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Writer makes 1-2 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
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Writer makes 3-4 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
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Writer makes more than 4 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
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The conclusion is strong and leaves the reader with a feeling that they understand what the writer is "getting at."
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The conclusion is recognizable and ties up almost all the loose ends.
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The conclusion is recognizable, but does not tie up several loose ends.
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There is no clear conclusion, the paper just ends.
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