iRubric: Introductory Paragraph Rubric

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Introductory Paragraph Rubric Introductory Paragraph Rubric introductory paragraph rubric Rubric Code: PX93393 By tjtaylor52 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Introductory Paragraph
	10 pts	15 pts	20 pts	25 pts
Hook	10 No hook or lead in statement.	15 There is a beginning, but it doesn't really grab the interest of the reader.	20 The beginning somewhat grabs the reader, and gives some clue as to what is coming.	25 The beginning grabs the reader, and gives clues as to what is coming.
Thesis Statement	10 No thesis statement	15 The thesis statement is unclear, vague, broad, narrow or combines two ideas	20 The thesis states the main idea, but it may be slightly unclear or disconnected from the rest of the paragraph.	25 The sentence clearly states the main idea and sets up the rest of the paragraph
Introductory Style	10 There is no organization in the introduction	15 There is an attempt at organization, but it is not unified.	20 The introduction is mostly organized, but could be refined.	25 The introduction is clear, organized and flows into the thesis statement.
transition	10 There are no transitions present.	15 There are transitions, but the transitions are confusing	20 There are transitions, but the transitions need to be more strongly connected.	25 There are clear transitions that leads the reader seamlessly to the thesis statement.