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Matter FIVE PARAGRAPH ESSAY Matter FIVE PARAGRAPH ESSAY Write a five paragraph essay utilizing five paragraph essay structure. Your essay should be typed and in MLA format. Attach this rubric to your essay if your essay is turned in in hard copy format. Rubric Code: VX4C6C3 By BaldHeadedPapa Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8, Undergraduate

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	Beginner/Emerging 35 pts	Average 40 pts	Advanced 45 pts	Superior 50 pts
Introductory Paragraph This paragraph introduces the essay's purpose and includes a thorough thesis statement. Thesis statement should be ONE sentence that includes the essay's purpose along with three points that prove the that purpose.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
First Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from the novel. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
Second Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the thesis statements second main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from the novel. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
Third Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the thesis statements third main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from the novel. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
Conclusion The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay purpose.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
Organization Essay restates and answers the chosen prompt and follows the format of a well written thesis statement.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
Conventions/MLA Format Essay is highly accurate in use of conventions, especially in subject/verb agreement, sentence structure, paragraph transition sentences, spelling mechanics, etc.) Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely and MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior