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Essay info (name, assignment name, date) and Title (centred, capitalized, clearly states the essay topic and purpose)
Introduction mentions the topic and ends with a clear claim
At least 3 facts are used as data to support the claim and everything is properly documented
Connects your claims to your data
Addresses what a person may say against your argument
In-text citations are complete and correctly formatted in the APA style, and all are listed in the Reference List
Conclusion restates the thesis (topic and author's position) and the call to action, and summarizes the key points of each body paragraph. Does not include any new information or ideas.
The Reference List is correctly formatted and complete: it includes sources such as photos, graphs, maps and other illustrations. It includes at least 3 different sources.