Water, Water, Everywhere?

Ideas/Content:

• Brief begins with a thesis that summarizes main points of consideration.
• Develops the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, other information and/or examples that will enable audience to make the best decisions.
• Supports claims with logical reasoning.

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Organization:

• Includes a clear organizational structure with an introduction, conclusion and smooth transitions.
• Includes appropriate headings

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Voice:

Maintains a tone that is professional and consistent with the topic, purpose and audience.

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Word Choice:

Uses precise language and domain-specific vocabulary appropriate for the topic, purpose and audience.

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Sentence Fluency

Uses a variety of sentence structure and length that creates a natural flow or rhythm.

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Conventions (Mechanics):

Demonstrates correct grammar, usage and mechanics (spelling and punctuation).

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Check One: ﾠﾠ ☐ Self ﾠﾠ ☐ Peer ﾠﾠ ☐ Teacher