A big on is location.
typo here...
1. The writer has an engaging style and varied sentence structure.. poetic word choice that is nice to read.
2. Try to start paragraphs with sentences that would be interesting and maybe even surprise the reader. Grab the attention.
3. The main idea is difficult to discern. The first paragraph ends with a question. The answer ends up as, "It depends on the situation." Maybe the main idea can be clearer.
4. The paper is a little scattered. For example, the first sentence is about culture, and the main idea is about choosing a school.
5. Not strong enough, not clear enough.. for academic writing it might be best to put a clear thesis sentence at the end of the first paragraph.
6. The paragraphs do not have a clear main idea. One paragraph should = one idea.
7. Yes, convincing. The writer explains as though s/he is an expert. There is a certain 'authority' in the writing style.
8. Yes, sometimes there are good transitions.
9. The conclusion summarizes the idea, but it can be better. Express one excellent, insightful idea in the first and last paragraph of the essay.
10. Needs improvement, see Diana Hacker's website to learn about perfect use of quotations.
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