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2.0/ 5
DevelopingPartially Successful
The response effectively states a position on animal testing and engages with classmates, but it lacks specific examples to support the argument. Additionally, there are several grammatical errors that detract from the overall clarity of the response.
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Content
3.5/5Breakdown
Clear purpose3.5/5
Complete response3.5/5
Addresses requirements3.5/5
Working well
- Acknowledgment of Counterargument — “While I understant Student´s 2 concern that animals often respond differently than humans,”
- Concluding Statement — “for the outlined reasons above, it is reasonable to conclude that animal testing is justified since it can save human lives.”
To improve
- Lack of Specific Examples Try: Provide specific examples of treatments developed through animal testing, such as vaccines or medications.
- Vague Reasoning Try: Clarify how animal testing contributes to the evolution of medical research with specific processes or examples.
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