| Criteria |
Scoring Scale and Points |
| Overall Development |
- 0-2 points: Response lacks clear development and coherence.
- 3-5 points: Response shows some development and coherence.
- 6-8 points: Response demonstrates good development and coherence.
- 9-10 points: Response is well-developed and highly coherent.
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| Organization |
- 0-2 points: Lack of organization, ideas are scattered.
- 3-5 points: Some organization evident but could be improved.
- 6-8 points: Well-organized with clear structure.
- 9-10 points: Highly organized with seamless transitions.
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| Support |
- 0-2 points: Minimal or weak support for ideas.
- 3-5 points: Some support provided but needs more depth.
- 6-8 points: Strong support for ideas with relevant evidence.
- 9-10 points: Exceptional support with insightful analysis.
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| Sentence Structure |
- 0-2 points: Poor sentence structure, difficult to follow.
- 3-5 points: Some variety in sentence structure.
- 6-8 points: Varied sentence structure enhances readability.
- 9-10 points: Sophisticated sentence structure enhances meaning.
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| Word Choice |
- 0-2 points: Limited vocabulary, repetitive word choice.
- 3-5 points: Some variety in word choice but could be improved.
- 6-8 points: Rich vocabulary enhances expression.
- 9-10 points: Precise and engaging word choice throughout.
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| Mechanics |
- 0-1 points: Numerous errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- 2-3 points: Some errors present but do not significantly impact readability.
- 4 points: Few minor errors present.
- 5 points: Virtually error-free in terms of mechanics.
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| Use of Text Evidence |
- 0-1 points: Little to no use of text evidence.
- 2-3 points: Limited use of text evidence, not effectively integrated.
- 4 points: Some text evidence used to support ideas.
- 5 points: Skillful integration of text evidence to enhance analysis.
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