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Topic Sentence: Includes title in quotations and author States topic clearly Has an argument that lays out a clear and specific thesis States three sub-topics Arguments: Each new point is indicated by a transitional word or phrase Each point is clearly stated, makes logical sense, and is related to the topic Each point is supported by indirect or direct evidence that clearly relates to the point being made All quotations are integrated smoothly into the writing All quotations are properly quoted and cited All points and evidence are related logically back to the theme the topic sentence states Someone who has not read the story could follow the arguments made, but there is no unnecessary plot summary Concluding Sentence: Begins with a transitional word or phrase Restates the author and title Restates the topic Restates the argument and theme Restates the sub-topics Best thing about this paragraph:
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Topic Sentence: Includes title in quotations and author States topic clearly Has an argument that lays out a clear and specific thesis States three sub-topics Arguments: Each new point is indicated by a transitional word or phrase Each point is clearly stated, makes logical sense, and is related to the topic Each point is supported by indirect or direct evidence that clearly relates to the point being made All quotations are integrated smoothly into the writing All quotations are properly quoted and cited All points and evidence are related logically back to the theme the topic sentence states Someone who has not read the story could follow the arguments made, but there is no unnecessary plot summary Concluding Sentence: Begins with a transitional word or phrase Restates the author and title Restates the topic Restates the argument and theme Restates the sub-topics Best thing about this paragraph:
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Topic Sentence: Includes title in quotations and author States topic clearly Has an argument that lays out a clear and specific thesis States three sub-topics Arguments: Each new point is indicated by a transitional word or phrase Each point is clearly stated, makes logical sense, and is related to the topic Each point is supported by indirect or direct evidence that clearly relates to the point being made All quotations are integrated smoothly into the writing All quotations are properly quoted and cited All points and evidence are related logically back to the theme the topic sentence states Someone who has not read the story could follow the arguments made, but there is no unnecessary plot summary Concluding Sentence: Begins with a transitional word or phrase Restates the author and title Restates the topic Restates the argument and theme Restates the sub-topics Best thing about this paragraph:
Ranking (circle one): The Best Moderately Successful Needs Serious Work
Ranking (circle one): The Best Moderately Successful Needs Serious Work
Ranking (circle one): The Best Moderately Successful Needs Serious Work