Checklist for writing Maestro essay: Year 11

It's time to develop your sense of critical thought. Looking over your practice essay, use the following 10 questions to see how well you have prepared.

Checklist for your Maestro essay:

 Have you:

1)      Contextualised in your intro?

2)      Signposted your three main points?

3)      Stated your overall contention?

4)      Have you integrated a quote into your intro?

5)      Developed three strong and direct topic sentences?

6)      Integrated at least 3 quotes per paragraph?

7)      Have these quotes been 3-8 words long?

8)      Have you concluded strongly showing your findings?

9)      Have you integrated a quote into your conclusion?

10)   Is your overall essay an accurate and intelligent response to the question?