DIRECTIONS: For questions 21 to 30, organize, write, and edit a paragraph
of at least five (5) sentences on the topic:

The best way to avoid getting too fat.

Your paragraph will be evaluated by the instructor on the basis of the
following questions:
21.
Is there evidence of logical organization in the presentation of the
topic, supporting points, and details of the paragraph?
22. Do the sentences work together coherently?
23.
Are the sentences concise and varied in structure?
24.
Is the topic sentence well focused and clearly stated so that the reader
knows the intent of the paragraph?
25. Is each supporting sentence directly relevant to developing the topic
sentence?
26. Do the supporting sentences offer enough examples, details, and
opinions to develop the topic sentence effectively?
27. Does the conclusion effectively summarize, interpret, add an opinion
or ask a question about the topic and supporting points of the
paragraph?
28. Does the conclusion avoid adding new information and give the reader
the impression that the paragraph has made its point?
29. Does the paragraph have fewer than four (4) errors in spelling,
mechanics, or usage?
30. Does the paragraph have more than two (2) sentences with errors in
structure or modification?