Body 1: Argument & Evidence

Total Points: 25.0
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Intro Thesis Statement
Is the thesis statement specific and detailed? Does it take a concrete position? Does it respond
directly to the prompt without simply restating it?
Body 1: Argument & Evidence
Does the student’s writing address the prompt directly? Are they utilizing course content for
support, while still including their own voice and analysis? Does the essay provide historical and
geographical context, as well as engaging in an analysis that utilizes key concepts from Chicanx
studies? Does the student show a thorough engagement with the class and an ability to think
critically?
Body 2: Argument & Evidence
Does the student’s writing address the prompt directly? Are they utilizing course content for
support, while still including their own voice and analysis? Does the essay provide historical and
geographical context, as well as engaging in an analysis that utilizes key concepts from Chicanx
studies? Does the student show a thorough engagement with the class and an ability to think
critically?
Body 3: Argument & Evidence
Does the student’s writing address the prompt directly? Are they utilizing course content for
support, while still including their own voice and analysis? Does the essay provide historical and
geographical context, as well as engaging in an analysis that utilizes key concepts from Chicanx
studies? Does the student show a thorough engagement with the class and an ability to think
critically?
Overall Clarity & Cohesion
Is the essay well organized? Does the student utilize topic sentences or transitionary statements to
provide flow? Does the student answer the prompt clearly, directly, and completely in their essay?
Is there a meaningful conclusion?
Spelling & Grammar
Was the essay proof­read? Is the grammar up to collegiate standards? Does the student appear to
have made a real effort for their writing level?
Works Cited
Does it have a complete, MLA style Works Cited? is it properly formatted? Are all quotations and
paraphrasing cited in­text?
Formatting
1” margins, 12 point font, Times New Roman, page numbers