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- The introduction clearly introduces the topic and engages the reader.
- The introduction provides background information and context for the essay.
- The introduction includes a clear thesis statement that previews the main points of the essay.
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- Each paragraph focuses on a specific aspect of the chosen topic.
- Each paragraph includes a topic sentence that introduces the main idea of the paragraph.
- Each paragraph provides evidence from the memoir, Night, to support the main idea.
- Each paragraph includes analysis and explanation of the evidence.
- Transitions are used effectively to connect paragraphs and ideas.
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- The conclusion summarizes the main points of the essay.
- The conclusion restates the thesis statement in a new way.
- The conclusion leaves the reader with a final thought or reflection.
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- The essay includes at least 3 direct quotations from the memoir, Night.
- The direct quotations are relevant to the topic and support the main ideas of the essay.
- The direct quotations are properly cited using MLA format.
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