| Introduction |
Provides a clear, engaging introduction that effectively introduces the topic and sets the stage for the analysis. |
Provides a clear introduction that introduces the topic and sets the stage for the analysis. |
Provides an introduction that introduces the topic but may lack clarity or engagement. |
Provides an unclear or incomplete introduction that does not effectively introduce the topic. |
| Conclusion |
Provides a strong, insightful conclusion that effectively supports and enhances the information presented. |
Provides a clear conclusion that supports the information presented. |
Provides a conclusion that somewhat supports the information presented but may lack clarity or depth. |
Provides an unclear or incomplete conclusion that does not effectively support the information presented. |
| Evidence |
Provides significant, relevant, and well-chosen evidence that thoroughly develops the topic. |
Provides relevant evidence that develops the topic. |
Provides some evidence that develops the topic but may lack relevance or depth. |
Provides minimal or irrelevant evidence that does not effectively develop the topic. |
| Commentary |
Includes clear, thorough commentary that insightfully analyzes the evidence and connects it to the topic. |
Includes clear commentary that analyzes the evidence and connects it to the topic. |
Includes some commentary that attempts to analyze the evidence but may lack clarity or depth. |
Includes minimal or unclear commentary that does not effectively analyze the evidence. |
| Conventions |
Uses correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation consistently throughout the essay. |
Uses correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation with minor errors that do not impede understanding. |
Uses some correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation but with noticeable errors that may impede understanding. |
Uses incorrect spelling, grammar, and punctuation frequently, impeding understanding. |
