WRITING A COVER LETTER

WRITING TO TASK

All aspects of the paper (content, format, types of evidence, etc. follow the professor's instructions and fulfill the aims of the assignment.

STRUCTURE

  • The paper has a clear thesis.
  • Every main idea is introduced by a topic sentence.
  • The structure of the paper is appropriate to the assignment.
  • ORGANIZATION

  • Main points are presented in a logical order.
  • Effective transitions link separate points between and within paragraphs.
  • DEVELOPMENT

  • Every main idea is explained as fully as necessary.
  • Evidence is introduced clearly and interpreted for the reader.
  • LANGUAGE USE

  • Style and tone are appropriate for the assignment.
  • Word choice is precise.
  • DOCUMENTATION

  • Quotes are accurate, embedded smoothly, cited correctly.
  • Paraphrases are completely in my own words and are cited correctly.
  • End documentation (Works Cited, Reference list) is accurate and complete.
  • PROOFREADING

  • Grammar and punctuation are correct.
  • Spelling is correct