| Criteria | 10 Points |
|---|---|
| The essay uses textual evidence to answer the question, Who was ultimately to blame for the death of Gregor? | Student effectively uses direct quotes and examples from the text to support their argument. |
| The Essay is thesis-driven, and the thesis is made up of a claim, 3 reasons, and a counterclaim. | Thesis statement clearly presents the claim, three supporting reasons, and acknowledges the opposing viewpoint. |
| The essay synthesizes the textual evidence to support the claim | Student effectively integrates quotes and examples from the text to develop and support their argument. |
| The essay includes an introduction paragraph, and conclusion paragraph, and 3 body paragraphs, one for each reason given in the thesis. | Essay is well-organized with clear introduction, body paragraphs each addressing a specific reason, and a conclusion that summarizes the argument. |
| Style and sophistication. | Writing demonstrates sophistication in language use, sentence structure, and overall presentation. |