The essay's paragraphs lack a clear organizational plan. There is a lack of concrete examples and specific details for support of generalizations. The essay contains numerous type II or type III errors. Ordinary, everyday words are used inaccurately and unidiomatically. The essay contains a limited vocabulary so that the words chosen frequently do not serve the writer's purpose.
Sentence structure is frequently rudimentary, monotonous or tangled.
The essay lacks a consistent voice and an appropriate tone for the context of the essay's topic and for the writer's purpose. The essay is so brief that the rater cannot make an accurate judgment of the writer's ability. English 1101 Spring 2000 Kelley Mahoney I have received, read, had explained this syllabus, and have had chances to ask questions about anything I did not understand. I do understand the syllabus and agree to abide by its provisions. Students with disabilities or special needs of any type should contact Disability Support Services in the ACE Center to request reasonable accommodations for academic programs and other activities of Dalton State College.