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Comparison and Contrast Essay 
Comparison and Contrast Essay
This is the rubric used to grade the comparison and contrast essay
Rubric Code: HX75W5A
By kkovarik
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Comparison/Contrast Essay
  Level 4

40-36 for Content
20-18 for other areas

(N/A)

Level 3

35-32 for Content
18-16 for other areas

(N/A)

Level 2

31-28 for Content
16-14 for other areas

(N/A)

Level 1

27-24 for Content
14-12 for other areas

(N/A)

Level 0

23-0 for Content
12-0 for other areas

(N/A)

Content

40 pts.
Level 4

The essay: Compares and contrasts items clearly. Points to specific examples to illustrate ideas. Includes only the information relevant to comparison & contrast. Clearly explain and analyze all details.
Level 3

The essay: Compares and contrasts but the supporting information is general. Includes information that may not be relevant. Explains & analyzes most details well.
Level 2

The essay: compares and/or contrasts, using few details from both sources. OR includes details but little explanation given or analysis is not clear.
Level 1

The essay: compares and/or contrasts but includes minimal details that support the comparison and/or contrast of the essay. No explanation given.
Level 0

Essay does not fit the assignment.
Format

20 pts.
Level 4

Essay breaks the information with the introduction, similarities, differences, and conclusion structured into paragraphs. Essay has a strong thesis, transitions, & attention grabber.
Level 3

The essay has the required paragraphs but lacks: a strong thesis, transitions, or attention grabber.
Level 2

Thesis unclear. Paragraphs formatted unclearly. Few or no transitions.
Level 1

The essay is not divided into paragraphs. No thesis.
Level 0

No thesis and no use of paragraphing (indentations, etc.)
Style

20 pts.
Level 4

Moves smoothly from one idea to the next. Uses high vocabulary & formal, clear language. Uses variety of structure.
Level 3

Essay moves from one idea to the next, but with little variety. Uses appropriate vocabulary but not high level. Uses formal language.
Level 2

Informal language throughout the essay. Vocabulary used is understandable but informal, conversational. Tone is overall not appropriate for a formal essay.
Level 1

Essay written informally, with basic vocabulary and an inconsistent or informal tone.
Level 0

Essay lacks a sense of style, and the tone/diction make understanding the essay difficult.
Conventions

20 pts.
Level 4

Grammar, Usage, Mechanics, Spelling are nearly perfect throughout the essay (0-1 errors)
Level 3

Some errors in grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling throughout the essay (2-6 errors)
Level 2

Many errors throughout the essay, but they do not interfere with meaning.
Level 1

Too many errors through out the essay. No evidence of editing.
Level 0

So many errors through out the essay that it interferes with meaning.



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  • School Essay



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