Essay Writers ID Number:

Editors ID Number:

Directions: Carefully read your classmates essay. Mark any small grammar,
spelling, or punctuation errors directly on the paper. For bigger areas of
improvement, comment in the appropriate area on the charts below.

Essay Element
Introductory Paragraph
Hook (a general statement that
catches the readers attention
and relates to the main topic of
the essay)
1-2 sentences introducing the
plot, characters, setting of the
book
Thesis statement (clear and
persuasive; shows the
relationship between two
concepts; sets a road map for the
rest of the essay)
Supporting Paragraphs
Approximately three pieces of
textual evidence per paragraph,
correctly cited in MLA format
Topic sentences summarize each
paragraph; they are free of
quotations
Evidence and Analysis
The writer provides context for
each quote; it is clear which
moment in the story s/he is
discussing
The writer identifies rhetorical
and literary devices and analyzes
the purpose of these elements;
the analysis supports the overall
argument of the essay
The writer avoids merely
summarizing the plot

Present Absent/ Comments/Rationale

Unclear

Conclusion
Restatement/Rewording of
thesis statement
Makes connection to world
outside the novel; shows that the
argument matters in the real
world
Based on your reading of this essay, summarize the writers main argument in your own
words. (2-3 sentences).

Provide two comments per each column in the chart below. Consider elements such as
organization, clarity of ideas, and focus.
Compliments

Suggestions

Confusions/Corrections