ESSAY EXAM EVALUATION
Strengths: Argument and Presentation
q Clear thesis.
q Paper is logical and convincing. Solid reasoning throughout paper.
q Good introduction. Interesting and anticipates argument.
q Good conclusion. Effectively summarizes argument.
q Well organized.
q Plentiful and well-chosen evidence supports thesis.
q Good grasp of key issues.
q Addressed all aspects of the question.
Weaknesses: Argument
q Essay lacks a clear, specific thesis.
q Arguments are unclear or incomplete.
q Arguments are not substantiated with sufficient analysis or evidence.
q Factual errors.
q Misused key terms or concepts.
q Paper is poorly organized and does not follow a clear outline.
q No/weak introduction.
q No/weak conclusion.
q Numerous grammatical and/or spelling
errors.
Advice
q Proofread your work.
q Prepare an outline before you begin to write.
q Read the question carefully and address
all parts of the question.