1. Does the introduction have a topic sentence or hook? 5 ______________ 2. Does the introduction explain the topic in detail? 5___________ 3. Does the introduction include a sentence mentioning the other side? 5 ________________ Exmaple: Some may argue that….. 4. Does the introduction have a thesis statement presenting your point of view?15 points _____ Example: One must take into consideration that abortion should be legal because…… Body: (30 points) 1. Does the first paragraph of the body present your first supporting point?10 ________ Example: Abortion should not be legal because it is the killing of a human being. 2. Does the second paragraph of the essay have a counter claim paragraph discussing the other side of the argument?10 ___________ Example: Some may argue that abortion is a woman’s right. 3. Does the third paragraph of the body present a second supporting point?10___________ Conclusions