Title and Paper Format
APA or MLA Format Title is centered Double spaced, with standard font size and margins. Paragraphs are tab indented. Heading with student’s name, professor’s name, course name, and date, is double-spaced in the upper left corner of the first page. Essay meets length requirements.
Thesis Statement
The writer’s main point is clearly stated in a significant thesis statement that is original, creative, and ambitious.
Organization and Development of Paper
Essay has well-organized body paragraphs, each with a clearly stated topic sentence that directly supports the thesis. All body paragraphs are effectively developed with plenty of supporting details (both major and minor) to fully explain the topic sentence.
Conclusion
Concluding paragraph provides interesting and satisfying ending that summarizes and supports the thesis/essay content.
Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling
Demonstrates strong awareness of correct grammar and mechanics. Very few, if any, errors present.
Work’s Cited Page
Properly developed bibliography with a minimum of three sources.
