This is the gradesheet /rubric I use for compare/contrast essays. Points are given for thesis statement, title, introduction, topic sentences of body paragraphs, organization (point by point or block format), transitions, conclusion, point of view and spelling/grammar. I also use this as a peer review. Students exchange papers in groups and complete the grade sheet for their partner(s). I like to do a round robin so students read 2-3 other essays. If done well, it will take about 30 minutes.