Practice: Short Analysis

Quality of Ideas

Did I demonstrate an understanding of the assignment by:

Explaining how appearances often clash with what is real or true?

Describing how the theme of appearances vs. reality is presented in the story?

Considering how characterization, plot, tone, or other literary elements contribute to the theme?

Did I demonstrate the ability to think critically and creatively by:

Using my language or ideas in a creative way?

Going beyond basic information to make connections between ideas?

Did I demonstrate the ability to write a thesis statement by:

Making a claim that requires support?

Did I demonstrate the ability to support my ideas by:

Referring directly or indirectly to the reading or readings?

Addressing all parts of the writing topic?

Connecting each supporting sentence to the claim in the thesis statement?

Did I demonstrate the ability to conclude by:

Summarizing the ideas and/or restating the thesis statement?

Did I demonstrate the ability to organize my writing by:

Using transitions?

Ordering ideas logically?

Form and Presentation

Did I follow presentation requirements (12-point font, standard margins, and required length)?

Did I properly cite all quotations?

Style

Did I use a variety of sentence types (simple, compound, and complex)?

Did I avoid run-on sentences and fragments?

Did I check for spelling and grammar errors?

Did I use an appropriate tone?