argumentative essay + situational writing (email, police report etc.)

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Argumentative Essay Checklist

introduction

did you clearly state your thesis

have you effectively introduced the reader to your topic

does your thesis answer the statement

body

is the main idea clearly and effectively stated

is the main concept clearly discussed

does the evidence support the argument

do all body paragraphs follow a similar structure

conclusions

did you summarise your argument

did you restate your thesis

does the conclusion follow the body

style/editting

are sentences free and concise from unnecessary words and content

dp sentences follow properly

is grammar and spelling correct

is essay free from contractions (don't, it's etc.)

did you reread your paper to check

don't use repetitive words

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Situational Writing Formats