The standards that follow apply to evaluative, interpretive, and response student essays written in T122 and T125. The thesis statement expresses a clear, confident stance and provides an accurate, concise forecast of topics to be developed.
Paragraphs have a sharp focus and include carefully selected evidence.
Sentences within paragraphs are linked by tight logical connections and effective transitions. Any source materials are clearly subordinate to the paper's own purpose, which is elaborated with stylistic efficiency and even flair. Documentation, when needed, conforms to all appropriate conventions. The thesis statement takes a clear stand and forecasts the topics to be developed. Paragraphs are unified, and supporting details are sufficient and relevant.