Check list

Here are some useful questions to ask yourself about your essay:

1. Does the essay deal with the topic that was set?
2. Does the essay answer the question that was set?
3. Does it cover all the main aspects and in sufficient depth?
4. Is the content accurate and relevant?
5. Is everything in the essay relevant to the question?
6. Is the material logically arranged?
7. Is each main point well supported by examples and argument?
8. Is there a clear distinction between your ideas and those of other authors?
9. Is your voice clear throughout?
10. Have you acknowledged all the sources you have used?
11. Is the length of the essay right for its purpose?
12. Is it written plainly and simply, without clumsy or obscure phrasing?
13. Is the grammar, punctuation and spelling acceptable?
14. Is it neat and legibly written?

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