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5 or more paragraph narrative essay rubric 
5 paragraph essay rubric
5 or more paragraph narrative essay rubric
Rubric Code: CXW4AC6
By rebelr
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  Insufficient

0.3 pts

Below Standards

0.5 pts

Meets Standards

0.7 pts

Exceeds Standards

1 pts

Introduction/Hook

Insufficient

Introduction does not introduce topic. <BR>
Introduction does not have a hook.
Below Standards

Introduction attempts to introduce topic. The point of the narrative is not obvious. Hook may be present, but is very difficult to find and follow.
Meets Standards

Introduction introduces topic but is wordy or too specific.<BR>
Hook is there, but it does not directly relate to the topic
Exceeds Standards

Introduction is concise and introduces topic in a general but interesting way.<BR>
The hook is clear and relates directly to the thesis statement.
Thesis Statement

Insufficient

No evidence of a thesis statement: student provides a number of related points.
Below Standards

There is some evidence of a thesis statement, but it is not clear. <BR>
<BR>
Thesis does not relate to rest of essay.
Meets Standards

Thesis statement is somewhat clear, but could be worded better.<BR>
<BR>
Relates somewhat to rest of essay.
Exceeds Standards

Thesis statement is stated clearly.<BR>
<BR>
The student's position is clear and easy to follow.
Topic Sentences

Insufficient

Body paragraphs do not include topic sentences.
Below Standards

Topic sentences may be included for all paragraphs, but are unclear and vague. <BR>
--OR--<BR>
Topic sentences missing for one or two paragraphs
Meets Standards

Topic sentences present for all paragraphs, but the wording of the sentence does not clearly introduce the subject or does not directly relate back to the thesis.
Exceeds Standards

Topic sentence is present, clear, and directly related to the thesis statement.
Paragraph structure

Insufficient

Body paragraphs are sloppily organized and lack cohesion. No unity to material included in paragraphs.
Below Standards

Body paragraphs are loosely organized, but details may be out of order. --OR-- Body paragraphs are organized, but writing is unclear and imprecise.
Meets Standards

Body paragraphs are organized and follow a logical progression. Writing is clear, for the most part, with few exceptions.
Exceeds Standards

Body paragraphs are organized and follow either a direct or indirect pattern of outlining. Writing is clear and precise.
Conclusion

Insufficient

No conclusion is apparent in the essay.
Below Standards

Conclusion may be attempted, but does not summarize or restate thesis.
Meets Standards

Conclusion provides a summary of supporting points: it is wordy and does not restate the thesis.
Exceeds Standards

Conclusion is concise and summarizes supporting points: restates the thesis in a new way.
Mechanics

Insufficient

Errors are glaring and the essay is difficult to read.
Below Standards

There are several errors which detract from the overall meaning and flow of the essay.
Meets Standards

Minimal errors are found (5-10). They do not detract from the general flow of the essay.
Exceeds Standards

Errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization are not found (0-4).
Flow/Transitions

Insufficient

No flow to writing. The story/ies is/are difficult to follow and not connected to the purpose. <BR>
<BR>
No transitions used.
Below Standards

Sentences are short and choppy and fragmented, or too long with excessive run-ons. Flow of essay is hard to follow. <BR>
<BR>
Little to no transitions used.
Meets Standards

Vocabulary or writing style needs further development. <BR>
<BR>
Some basic transitions used.
Exceeds Standards

Writing has voice and flows easily.It is easy to understand the story/ies and why the author is including it<BR>
<BR>
Appropriate transitions used.
Formatting and length

Insufficient

Paper is formatted incorrectly with multiple errors. <BR>
<BR>
OR<BR>
<BR>
Essay fails to meet length requirements.
Below Standards

Paper is formatted mostly correctly with a few errors.
Meets Standards

Paper has correct formatting, but student did not follow instructions (underlining hook, bold thesis statement, stapled in corner, etc.)
Exceeds Standards

Paper has correct formatting and follows instructor's submission instructions.




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