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Essay Rubric
The Method
Rubric Code:
ZX9X8W6
By
DHolland72
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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AICE Lit Essays
Excellent
100 pts
Good
85 pts
Adequate
70 pts
Not adequate
50 pts
Thesis Statement
15 %
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
40 %
Excellent
Maintains clear focus on
argument throughout essay. 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 essay. Belief is accompanied by explanations. It is clear how writer reached their argument.
Adequate
Focus on argument is inconsistent. Explanations and narrative 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 narrative. Writer's journey to and through this argument is unclear.
Organization and Cohesion
20 %
Excellent
Introduction pulls the reader into the essay; transitions move the essay along, conclusion leaves the reader something to think about.
Title is creative.
Good
Introduction gets reader's attention, some transitions provide flow to the essay, conclusion gives feeling of ending tot he essay. Title is included.
Adequate
Introduction states belief, some transitions in place, a conclusion wraps up the essay. Title missing or repeats assignment title.
Not adequate
Introduction, transitions, and/or conclusion missing. Title missing.
Style
15 %
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
10 %
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
History
Types:
Writing
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