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Freshman English PaperScoring Guide
A papers will have the following characteristics:
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Engaging hook 
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Insightful understanding of the topic
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Interesting thesis
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Minimum of four paragraphs
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Clear, logical organizing principle
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Minimum of three sources integrated seamlessly
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Compelling analysis
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Thoughtful conclusion
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Correct MLA formatting with a proper works cited
B papers will have the following characteristics:
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Appropriate hook 
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Adequate understanding of the topic
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Clear thesis
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Minimum of four paragraphs
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Clear organizing principle
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Minimum of three sources
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Clear analysis
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Clear conclusion
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Minor mistakes in MLA formatting and works cited
C papers will have the following characteristics:
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Limited hook 
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Limited understanding of the topic
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Formulaic thesis
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Minimum of four paragraphs
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Inconsistent organizing principle
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Three sources possibly improperly formatted
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Limited analysis
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Limited conclusion
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An attempt at MLA formatting and works cited
D papers will have the following characteristics:
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Limited or no hook 
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Little understanding of the topic
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Incomplete thesis
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Fewer than four paragraphs
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 No organizing principle
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Fewer than three sources with incorrect formatting
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Inadequate or unconvincing analysis
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Inadequate conclusion
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