i need to know about criteria in evaluating a subject. the essay is 1400 words long, and i have to use criteria to evaluate the subject, then within that, judge each criterion. is the criterion the facts about the topic, or is it who, when, what...?

Answer 1

Here's the definition from Dictionary.com:

"a standard of judgment or criticism; a rule or principle for evaluating or testing something."

What subject are you evaluating? We may be able to help you determine the criteria if you post the subject.

Answer 2

Here are some webpages about writing evaluative essays:

http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/composition/review.htm

http://www.thepaperexperts.com/evaluationessays.shtml

http://www.rscc.cc.tn.us/owl&writingcenter/OWL/Evaluation.html

http://www.customwritten.com/Writing/evaluationessay.html

As Ms. Sue has said, if you'll repost with your topic/subject, someone here can help you better.

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