The essay may show originality in the thesis, arguments, use of sources, details, and word choice. It offers good support for a clearly stated and adequately limited thesis. Major and some minor counterarguments are rebutted. The essay may have a few minor mechanical errors or some awkward spots, but basically it is well written. It offers adequate support for a discernible thesis and rebuts the major counterarguments.
Sources are relevant and documented appropriately.
Otherwise good essays with a major flaw in logic, organization, writing style, or documentation will receive a grade of C or lower. No Satisfactory essay will contain serious or frequent errors in spelling, punctuation, or grammar. An otherwise satisfactory essay with flaws in logic, organization, writing style, or documentation will receive a grade of D or lower.