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Chart Summary Research Summary Write a 1 paragraph summary explaining a bar chart. Your summary should be neatly written. You should have an introductory sentence that states the aim of the chart, which is, ultimately, the topic of the summary. You should use transition words to help with the flow of the paragraph and adequate vocabulary and register to this specific genre. Proofread and edit your summary. Rubric Code: YX6353X By katiamv Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8, Undergraduate

Bar Chart
	Excellent 5 pts	Good 3-4.9 4 pts	Fair 2-2.9 3 pts	Poor 0-1.9 1 pts
Structure & Content	Excellent The summary contains 1) an introductory sentence explaining the aim of the chart. The introductory sentence is followed by the 2) overall tendency shown in the chart. At least 3) two observations are made concerning the data shown in the chart. 4) A reasonable interpretation is provided concluding the explanation of the chart	Good 3-4.9 The summary lacks at most 2 of the necessary features.	Fair 2-2.9 The summary lacks at most 3 of the necessary features.	Poor 0-1.9 The summary lacks all 4 of the necessary features.
Register & Vocabulary	Excellent The vocabulary is specific and adequate to academic settings. The language is formal and impersonal enough.	Good 3-4.9 The vocabulary is general but the genre is impersonal and somewhat adequate to informal academic settings.	Fair 2-2.9 Vocabulary is general and language is unusual to the genre.	Poor 0-1.9 Vocabulary is general and language is inadequate (too informal) to the genre.
Language Command	Excellent Total command of the lexicogrammatical system. The entire paragraph flows with the addition of transition words.	Good 3-4.9 Reasonable command:a few spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors which do not disrupt communication at all. 3-4 transitions used to improve the flow of the information.	Fair 2-2.9 Several spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors which makes it necessary to read the paragraph several times in order to understand it. 1-2 transitions used to connect the sentences.	Poor 0-1.9 Many spelling, punctuation, and grammar erros and some parts of the text are literally impossible to understand. No attempt to connect the sentences with good transitions.