Sub themes are clearly explained and, at least implicitly, related to the main thesis. The essay shows evidence of a thoughtful analysis of the evidence of the chapter. Essay is well organized and clearly written. Thesis of the essay is not well defined or welldeveloped. Sub themes not explained and not clearly related to the thesis of the essay.
Essay contains mainly a description and summary of some of the evidence.
Organization of the essay is not clear and logical. Essay has no thesis relevant to the assignment, or thesis is not clear. Sub themes not developed. Essay is not well organized. Essay completely unrelated to the assignment.