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Sample Evaluation Essays

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7. If we were to rank this sample 1xbet online games login alongside the essays we evaluated for class last Tuesday ("Bloody Ice," etc.), where would it rank on that scale of 1 to 5?

(Further explanation: Remember to keep in mind our list of 1xbet online games login for good argumentative writing and the rankings we decided upon in class as you write your response to this question.)

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