1. Thesis Evaluate the strength of Quintana’s thesis. How clear and specific is it?

2. Details How effectively does Quintana use details to reinforce his main point and to help readers visualize key people and places? Did you feel more details were needed? If so, where? Which details, if any, would you suggest he add or delete?

3. Conflict and Tension How does Quintana establish conflict and create tension?

4. Foreshadowing Where does Quintana use foreshadowing? How effective is it?

5. Title, Introduction, and Conclusion Evaluate the title, introduction, and conclusion of the essay.