Checklist of Elements:

 Opinion clearly stated (1pt) in the first sentence (1pt)

 3 reasons and examples (1pt each)
 Reasons/examples support opinion (1pt)
 Opinion restated at the end (1pt)
 Complete sentences with punctuation and capitalization (1pt)
 Includes letter elements “Dear ____,” and “From, _____” (1pt each)

Points:

1-2 – Insufficient

3-4 – Below Expectations

5-6 – Approaching Expectations

7-8 – Meets Expectations

9-10 – Exceeds Expectations