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Literary Theme 
Literary Theme
Write an essay of theme. Students must identify a theme that connects across more than one text. The theme must be based on an interpretation of literary elements (character, plot, setting, author's craft.). 5.RL.2
Rubric Code: DX93973
By mrsweston97
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Subject: English  
Type: Exam  
Grade Levels: K-5, 6-8

Powered by iRubric Theme Writing Across Texts
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Trying

2 pts

Needs Improvement

1 pts

Introduction

Excellent

Summary paragraph is effective and includes information about the story (title, author) and states the theme(s) found in the text statement.
Good

The summary is missing one element of an introduction.
Trying

The summary is missing two elements of an introduction.
Needs Improvement

The summary is ineffective and missing several elements of an introduction.
Understanding Theme

Excellent

Identification of the theme(s) is accurate and is based on logical and insightful text evidence analyzing character changes and actions/reactions within the text.
Good

Identification of the theme(s) is accurate and based on logical textual evidence.
Trying

Identification of the theme(s) is mostly accurate. Text evidence may not support the theme(s)
Needs Improvement

Identification of the theme(s) is inaccurate and based on random text evidence.
Supporting Evidence

Excellent

The evidence is strong and supports the theme (s). Examples of character, actions, and images support theme from both texts.
Good

The evidence accurately supports the theme. Examples are included from both texts, but not always clearly connected to the interpretation.
Trying

The evidence somewhat supports the theme. Some examples are included to support the theme, but connection to the theme is not always clear.
Needs Improvement

The evidence does not clearly support the theme. Examples are random or not included.
Conclusion

Excellent

The concluding paragraph unifies the essay around the theme(s). It is engaging.
Good

The concluding paragraph unifies the essay around the theme(s), but it is not very engaging or interesting.
Trying

The concluding paragraph makes a point about theme(s), but it does not unify or "wrap-up" the essay effectively.
Needs Improvement

There is no conclusion evident in the essay, or the conclusion is not related to the essay.
Structure & Organization

Excellent

Student demonstrates deep understanding of essay organization by developing a unique introduction and conclusion and well developed body paragraphs.
Good

Student demonstrates an understanding of essay organization by utilizing the shared introduction and conclusion. Students have developed body paragraphs.
Trying

Student demonstrates limited understanding of essay organization. Student does not indent with new paragraphs but has logical organization.
Needs Improvement

There is now clear structure to essay.




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