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Writing Assessment Form

1. Thesis statement: The argument or purpose of the paper is clearly stated.
What is the main purpose or point of this essay?
a. In what ways does this essay make the point effectively?

b. What could be done to make the main point more effective?

2. Relevance: The writing contributes something unique to the world; the intended audience is likely to
find it valuable, important, and interesting because it resonates with their needs.
Is the writing relevant to the intended audience? (Does it “connect”?)
a. In what ways is the writing relevant?

b. How could the writing be more relevant to the intended audience?

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