Write a body paragraph for an explanatory essay that supports the claim and uses academic writing throughout. Your assignment should include the following elements:
Evidence from "The Chrysanthemums" to support the claim you were given
An objective tone, free of obvious opinions and bias, and a formal style
Effective use of language, such as parallel structure, varied phrases and clauses, and efficient adjustment of parts of speech
You should have completed a draft of this assignment in the activity before this one. If you haven't done so, go back and complete that activity now.

Ask yourself these questions as you revise:
Did I support the claim provided in the introduction paragraph?
Is my evidence specific and relevant to the points I'm making?
Does my writing stay objective and formal in style?
Do I use correct parallel structure and a variety of clauses and phrases?
Is my writing direct and efficient?

Use this rubric to determine how well you're meeting the criteria for the assignment.