Advantages and disadvantages of vending machines in schools.
ESSAY SKILLS
? Determine the purpose of writing to task and audience.
? Provide a section that effectively introduces the topic.
? Formulate a relevant thesis or claim.
? Organize ideas and details effectively.
? Provide adequate, relevant support by citing ample textual evidence; response may
also include anecdotal experience for added support.
? Use of a variety of transitional devices effectively throughout and within a written text.
? Demonstrate proficient use of college-level, standard written English (e.g., varied
word choice, syntax, language conventions, semantics).
? Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from, or supports, the
argument or information presented.
? Use a variety of sentence patterns effectively.
? Maintain consistent point of view.
? Apply the conventions of standard English (e.g., avoid inappropriate use of slang,
jargon, clich?s)