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1. The essay introduces an engaging, complex, and analytical thesis that
responds t
The essay introduces an engaging, complex, and analytical thesis that responds to the
assignment and seamlessly guides readers in the discussion. Body paragraphs are fully
developed with well-presented, relevant, specific, meaningful evidence that demonstrates
mastery of supporting texts; analysis is precise, connects the evidence to the thesis, and
reflects audience awar-eness. The essay is logically and artistically organized with a
compelling introduction and conclusion as well as seamless connections between ideas,
paragraphs, and sentences that demonstrate mastery of various transitional techniques.
Complex sentence variety and structure advance the essay’s thesis and reflect the writer’s
precise diction and refined sentence structure that adheres to Standard Written English.
The essay’s grammatical errors are almost nonexistent, and the formatting adheres to style
(MLA).