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4.0/ 5
GoodGenerally Successful
The response effectively addresses the prompt and provides specific examples to support the argument. However, it could benefit from deeper engagement with classmates' ideas and contains a few minor grammatical errors.
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Clear purpose4/5
Complete response4/5
Addresses requirements4/5
Working well
- Adequate elaboration — “with adequate elaboration and relevant examples”
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