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Extended Paragraphs
Essay Rubric
Expectations for any extended paragraph
Rubric Code:
WXBC8XW
By
DHolland72
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Extended Paragraphs
Excellent
4 pts
Good
3 pts
Adequate
2 pts
Not adequate
1 pts
Thesis Statement
Excellent
The thesis statement is well thought out and easy to understand, and it shows depth of understanding of the close reading prerequisite.
Good
The thesis statement is well thought out and easy to understand, and it relates to the close reading prerequisite.
Adequate
The thesis statement is present and relevant, but it does not firmly connect to the close reading prerequisite.
Not adequate
The thesis statement unclear, superficial, or does not relate to the close-reading prerequisite.
Argument Support
Excellent
Maintains clear focus on
argument throughout paragraph. Argument is accompanied
by clear and concise explanations. It is quite clear the writer has a deep understanding of their argument.
Good
Somewhat maintains focus on argument throughout paragraph. Argument is accompanied by explanations. It is clear how writer reached their argument.
Adequate
Focus on argument is inconsistent. Explanations and commentary are brief and not revealing. It is somewhat clear how writer arrived at this argument.
Not adequate
Focus on argument is lacking almost entirely. No explanations or commentary. Writer's journey to and through this argument is unclear.
Organization and Cohesion
Excellent
Introduction pulls the reader into the paragraph and transitions move the paragraph along, conclusion leaves the reader something to think about.
Good
Introduction gets reader's attention, some transitions provide flow to the paragraph, conclusion gives feeling of ending to the paragraph.
Adequate
Introduction states argument, some transitions in place, a conclusion wraps up the paragraph.
Not adequate
Introduction, transitions, and/or conclusion missing.
Style
Excellent
Written with a clear, strong tone, and with a very creative approach to the essay. Variety of sentence structure adds significant interest.
Good
Written in a clear tone and
takes a creative approach
to the essay. Some variety of sentence structure add interest.
Adequate
Writer uses a weak or bland tone without much creativity. Sentence structure shows competence.
Not adequate
The essay has a weak and bland tone in an all-too-brief essay. Sentence structure errors detract from writing.
Mechanics and grammar
Excellent
Contains no errors in grammar and mechanics.
Good
Contains only a few grade-appropriate errors in grammar and mechanics.
Adequate
Contains a number of errors in grammar and mechanics.
Not adequate
Significant errors in grammar and mechanics interfere with essay's readability.
Subjects:
English
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Types:
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