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MLA 5 Paragraph Essay 
Kasel's MLA 5 Paragraph Essay
Rubric Code: XX93A76
By katiefurland1
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Advanced

20 pts

Average

15 pts

Acceptable

10 pts

Beginner/Emerging

5 pts

Introductory Paragraph

(W.9-10.4)
Attention Grabber
Necessary Information
Thesis
Advanced

This paragraph starts with an "attention grabber" that is appropriate for the topic and engaging to the reader. Thesis statement should be ONE sentence that is clearly the point that will be proven within the essay. Thoughtful transition between the "attention grabber" to the thesis.
Average

This paragraph starts with an "attention grabber" that is appropriate for the topic and engaging to the reader. Thesis statement should be ONE sentence that is clearly the point that will be proven within the essay.
Acceptable

Thesis statement should be ONE sentence that is clearly the point that will be proven within the essay.
Beginner/Emerging

This paragraph starts with an "attention grabber" that is appropriate for the topic and engaging to the reader.
First Body Paragraph

(W.9-10.1 a-e)
Transition
First thesis point
Details
Source
Advanced

It begins with a thoughtful transition and topic sentence.This paragraph should include the thesis statement's first main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one source is used in proper MLA format.
Average

This paragraph should include the thesis statement's first main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one source is used in proper MLA format.
Acceptable

This paragraph should include the thesis statement's first main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported.
Beginner/Emerging

It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research.
Second Body Paragraph

(W.9-10.1 a-e)
Transition
Second thesis point
Details
Source
Advanced

It begins with a thoughtful transition and topic sentence.This paragraph should include the thesis statement's second main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one source is used in proper MLA format.
Average

This paragraph should include the thesis statement's second main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one source is used in proper MLA format.
Acceptable

This paragraph should include the thesis statement's second main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported.
Beginner/Emerging

It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research.
Third Body Paragraph

(W.9-10.1 a-e)
Transition
Third thesis point
Details
Source
Advanced

It begins with a thoughtful transition and topic sentence.This paragraph should include the thesis statement's third main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one source is used in proper MLA format.
Average

This paragraph should include the thesis statement's third main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one source is used in proper MLA format.
Acceptable

This paragraph should include the thesis statement's third main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported.
Beginner/Emerging

It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research.
Conclusion

(W.9-10.4)
Restate your thesis
Review your main points
Relate your paper to your audience.
Advanced

The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay's purpose. It should end with a clear purpose based on the essay type, such as a "end with a warning."
Average

The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay's purpose.
Acceptable

The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay.
Beginner/Emerging

The last paragraph gave a partial summary of the points made within the essay.
English Conventions

(W.9-10.4 & W.9-10.5)
Advanced

Sentence structures vary, subject and verbs agree, varied vocabulary is used, correct punctuation is used. Correct spelling and capitalization.
Average

Sentence structures vary, subject is used, correct punctuation is used.
Correct spelling and capitalization.
Acceptable

Correct spelling and capitalization.
Beginner/Emerging

Mostly correct spelling.
Conventions/MLA Format

(W.9-10.4)
Advanced

Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely and MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas. Works cited page, margins, font, and line spacing all correctly done.
Average

Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely and MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas. Works cited page, margins, font, and line spacing all correctly done.
Acceptable

Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely and MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas.
Beginner/Emerging

There are five paragraphs .
Use of time/Deadlines Met

Advanced

Outstanding use of work time given. No off task behavior. All deadlines met.
Average

Good use of work time given. Some off task behavior. Most deadlines met.
Acceptable

Adequate use of work time given. Off task behavior. Some deadlines met.
Beginner/Emerging

Poor use of work time given. Off task behavior. Few or no deadlines met.



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