I ________________________ have done my best to provide constructive criticism for _____________________’s paper.
Introduction. The thesis statement clearly states an opinion and gives 3 reasons the author intended to explain to prove the opinion is correct. |
What is the author’s thesis? _________________________________________________________________
What 3 points is the author going to make to prove the thesis is correct?
1. ___________________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________________
Topic Sentences. Each of the body paragraphs begins with a clear topic sentence that gives a different reason why the thesis is correct. |
Does each body paragraph begin with a topic sentence restating a point from the thesis? (circle) Yes | No
Does each paragraph stick to the topic from the topic sentence? Yes | No
Rational Evidence. Each paragraph has evidence to back up the topic sentence. The evidence should be rational rather than emotional and should prove that the topic is correct by giving examples from the text, or quotes. |
What evidence does the author give in each of the three body paragraphs?
Paragraph 1:
A
B
C
Paragraph 2:
A
B
C
Paragraph 3:
A
B
C
Conclusion: The conclusion effectively lets the reader know the essay is done. This can be achieved by restating not copying the intro. The opinion should be clear and the essay personalized with VOICE coming through. |
How does the author conclude or let you know the essay is done?
Does the conclusion show growth or provide strong voice?
Please use the space below to provide some praise and some helpful hints:
Something specific that is done well:
Some specific areas that need some improvement (none is not a valid or acceptable response)
