History of Olympic Boycotts-Essay
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5 paragraph format, using proper grammar and syntax.
There is little to no (1-2 paragraphs) evidence of paragraph format. There is no evidence of revision; multiple errors in grammar and syntax.
There is some evidence (2-3 paragraphs) of paragraph format, though intro and conclusion are vague or not evident. There is some evidence of revision; grammar and syntax are inconsistent.
There is good evidence (4-5 paragraphs) of paragraph format. Work has clearly been subject to revision; grammar and syntax do not detract from an overall good effort.
Paragraph format is excellent. The 5 paragraphs contain clear separation of details; introduction and conclusion are concise and informative. There are few errors in grammar or syntax. Overall, and excellent job.
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Choice and development of topic.
The choice of topic is clear, but the information is not supportive of the topic. There are vague connections, if any, to the topic.
The choice of topic is clear, and there is some evidence that information supports the topic, but the writer struggles to connect the ideas.
The choice is clear, and the writer connects the ideas and research to the topic. The research is sound, but does not go beyond the regular scope of the topic.
The choice is clear, and the writer connects the ideas well to the topic. The writer broadens the scope of the information, including information that is not readily apparent, and expands the perspective of the topic.
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Development of country list and consequences of decisions.
The writer has difficulty compiling a list of countries and cannot offer any information regarding the consequences of their decision.
The writer offers a small sample of the countries that are impacted by boycotting, and makes vague, simple references to the consequences of their decisions.
The writer satisfactorily creates a list of affected countries, and provides compelling evidence of the consequences of their actions.
The writer creates a thorough list of countries impacted by boycotting, and looks at more than one perspective regarding the consequences of their actions. The writer provides informative and compelling information that looks beyond the immediate impact.
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Drawing conclusions
The writer is not able to draw any conclusions about the information.
There is little evidence that the writer is able to connect to the material and draw any conclusions.
The writer has provided simple, but clear conclusions about the decisions made by the boycotting countries.
The writer creates a compelling argument for his/her decision. Their is clear evidence of inferences, and the writer has developed the material well.
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