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Synthesis Essay on Of Mice and Men 
Synthesis Essay AQWF
Synthesis essay scoring rubric.
Rubric Code: SX47939
By kristinewalker1
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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Outstanding. Exceeds expectations

4 pts


Good. Fully meets expectations.

3 pts


Fair. Minimally meeting expectations

2 pts


Not yet within expectations.

1 pts

Intro/Thesis Statement

4

Thesis is clear and found at the beginning of the opening or first paragraph. Thesis presents a clear topic for the rest of the paper plus an assertion. Introduction engages the reader and includes the TAG
3

Thesis is present and in the proper place. Thesis expresses the main topic, however it is not as strong as it could be. There does not fully express the main topic. Includes the TAG
2

Thesis is not a true thesis. Thesis does not relate to the paper or express the main idea of the paper. Introduction may be brief
1

No thesis or main idea is stated. Introduction too brief.
Details/Examples

4

The thesis statement is clearly supported with examples and quotes. These are cited correctly.
3

The thesis statement is somewhat supported, but the support could be stronger. A few insightful connections are made. These are generally cited correctly.
2

The thesis statement is weakly supported and is minimally supported. Support is meagre
1

Meagre or insufficient discussion, details, examples. Quotes may be absent.
Organization/Structure

4

Each paragraph flows to the next paragraph using transitions. Paragraphs follow a logical order. Ideas are logically separated into paragraphs.
3

Some paragraphs flow to the next paragraph. Most paragraphs follow a logical order. Some, but not many, transitions are used.
2

Paragraphs do not follow a logical order. Paragraphs are out of order. Ideas are not logically categorized in paragraphs. Transitional phrases are used very infrequently.
1

Paragraph form is not used. No transitions used.
Style

4

Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Consistent and appropriate tone and word choice is used throughout the paragraph. Title is original.
3

Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate. Title is somewhat original
2

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better. Title is generic. (ie: Essay #3)
1

Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine.
Quotes/Citations

4

Citations are complete, correct and appropriately placed within the text.
3

Citations are complete and correct but may be awkwardly placed.
2

Ciitations are incomplete or incorrect.
1

For some or all sources there may not be any citation.
Language + Mechanics

4

No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.
3

A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph. Appears to be carefully proofread.
2

A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that. while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned.
1

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.
Concluding paragraph

4

Conclusion is forceful, persuasive and provides a call to action and/or a reminder of the relevance of this issue to a larger context.
3

Conclusion is forceful and persuasive but fails to add a reminder of the context.
2

Conclusion is a summary of the introduction.
1

There is no conclusion.



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