iRubric: Modes of Exposition 1 Example - Beowulf Essay rubric

Very well developed introduction and thesis statement. They engage the reader and create interest. The Hook, transition, thesis model is clearly followed. Both the author (if available) and the title are present in the thesis. Organizational pattern for the paper is clearly established.

Introduction and thesis statement create interest and are fairly well developed, they could be more engaging.
The Hook, transition, thesis model is followed. Organizational pattern for the paper is somewhat established.

Introduction and thesis statement introduce the subjects, but they either do not give accurate and complete information, or they do not emphasize the author's point for the rest of the paper. The Hook, transition, thesis model is attempted.

Introduction and thesis statement do not engage audience, or they may not be a complete sentence. No controlling point about the subjects is evident.
The intro might be part of the body paragraph.
If no introduction is present 0 points is awarded.

Each paragraph contains a clearly focused topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement.<BR>
Details in the paragraphs are clear and specific, and there are enough details to create vivid images. The details clearly support the author's point for the example. At least on direct quote attributed to a source.

Each paragraph contains a topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement.<BR>
Details are clear and specific, but they do not vividly support the author's point for the example. The support is good but not excellent.

The topic sentence is not clear or does not relate to the thesis statement.<BR>
OR There are details, but they are not clear, specific, and vivid. This may be lack of topic sentence or a dearth of support.

There are no apparent topic sentences for each paragraph.<BR>
OR details are either wrong or lacking. No vivid sense language is used. Or the details do not fit the author's point for the example.

The concluding paragraph effectively unifies the essay around the subject and leaves the reader satisfied with a thought provoking ending.

The concluding paragraph unifies the essay around the subject, but it is not very engaging or interesting.

The concluding paragraph makes a point, but it does not unify or "wrap-up" the essay effectively.

The conclusion is not related to the remainder of the essay or may be 1 sentence. It might be attached to a body paragraph.

There is no conclusion evident in the essay receives 0 points.

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 essay. Transitions are appropriate and add to the effectiveness of the essay. Quotes are integrated smoothly.

Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate with fairly good use of transitions to guide the reader. Quotes integration may need work but is still effective.

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better. While transitions are present they do not add to the overall effectiveness of the essay. Quotes integration may be choppy or quotes may just be inserted as stand-alone sentences. ANY STAND ALONE QUOTES RESULT IN A DEDUCTION OF POINTS.

Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine. Transitions are either missing or inappropriate. Quote integration makes it difficult to read or understand.

header, page number perfect

1 error

2 errror

0 points awarded for more than two errors