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Basic Essay
This is a rubric that can be used for a basic 5+ paragraph essay.
Rubric Code:
HB765B
By
story429
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Exemplary
10 pts
Proficient
8 pts
Developing
7 pts
Unsatisfactory
6 pts
Introduction
Exemplary
The introduction is
inviting, states the
main topic, and
previews the structure
of the paper.
Proficient
The introduction
clearly states the
main topic and
previews the structure
of the paper, but it is
not particularly
inviting to the reader.
Developing
The introduction
states the main topic,
but does not
adequately preview
the structure of the
paper nor is it
particularly inviting
to the reader.
Unsatisfactory
There is no clear
introduction of the
main topic or
structure of the paper.
Body Paragraphs/TISE strategy
Exemplary
Specific, clear topic sentences. A context is developed for key information and ideas. All support is adeptly introduced. Support is relevant and thoroughly described. Thorough explanation of the significance of the information.
Proficient
Topic sentences are somewhat vague. Context is not thoroughly developed for a good understanding of the information. Support is introduced. Support is adequate but not always the best. Explanations are evident but sometimes weak.
Developing
Topic sentences are very vague and general. Little to no context is developed. Support is not introduced; it is just given. Support is not the best. Little to no explanation of the significance of the information or how it relates to the thesis.
Unsatisfactory
Topic sentences are missing. No context is developed. Information is not introduced. Support is minimal. No explanations of the information.
Conclusion
Exemplary
Thesis restatement is creatively restated using different words. The reader is left with a lasting impression emphasizing the importance of the information. The reader is engaged and challenged. The information is made relevant to the reader.
Proficient
Thesis statement is restated in a mundane way. Lasting impression is not very engaging or interesting. The reader is not challenged. The information is not made relevant for the reader.
Developing
Thesis statement is copied. The reader is not challenged to consider the information, but there is an attempt to leave the reader with a lasting impression.
Unsatisfactory
Thesis statement is not restated. There is no lasting impression. The information is not made relevant for the reader.
Sentence Fluencey
Exemplary
All sentences sound natural and are easy to understand. There are a variety of sentences used.
Proficient
Almost all sentences
sound natural and are
easy-on-the-ear when
read aloud, but 1 or 2
are awkward or
difficult to
understand.
Developing
Most sentences sound natural but several awkward or difficult to understand.
Unsatisfactory
The sentences are
difficult to read aloud
because they sound
awkward, are
distractingly
repetitive, or difficult
to understand.
Mechanics
Exemplary
No mistakes in spelling or grammar. Flawless!
Proficient
There are 1-2 mistakes in spelling, capitalization, fragments, run-ons, or comma-splices.
Developing
There are 3-4 mistakes in spelling, capitalization, fragments, run-ons, or comma-splices.
Unsatisfactory
There are 5 or more mistakes in spelling, capitalization, fragments, run-ons, or comma-splices.
MLA Formatting
Exemplary
Flawless. No Mistakes
Proficient
Only 1 mistake.
Developing
2-3 mistakes.
Unsatisfactory
4 or more mistakes.
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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