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Compare and Contrast Essay
Compare and Contrast Essay with Graphic Organizer
For compare and contrast essays using social studies content standards.
Rubric Code:
A9A4CC
By
lauragaona
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Subject:
History
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8
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Below Basic
4 pts
Basic
6 pts
Proficient
8 pts
Advanced
10 pts
Introduction
Below Basic
Introduction omits the thesis statement and uses details that should be reserved for the body paragraphs.
Basic
Introduction attempts a thesis statement but it is weak or confusing. No body details are used.
Proficient
Introduction contains a basic thesis that sets up the purpose of the paper; attempt to begin paragraph with a hook; no body details in introduction.
Advanced
Uses a strong, clear thesis. Introduction also includes an appropriate, well written hook. No body details are in the introduction.
Body Paragraphs
Below Basic
Paragraph does not compare or contrast the subjects, or is missing.
Basic
Paragraph discusses only one similarity or difference.
Proficient
Paragraph discusses two similarities or differences.
Advanced
Paragraph discusses 3 main points of similarities and differences; points are clearly identified and expanded on.
Body Paragraph 2
Below Basic
Paragraph does not compare or contrast the subjects, or is missing.
Basic
Paragraph discusses only one similarity or difference.
Proficient
Paragraph discusses two similarities or differences.
Advanced
Paragraph discusses 3 main points of similarities and differences; points are clearly identified and expanded on.
Conclusion
Below Basic
Essay ends abruptly or conclusion lacks restatement of thesis.
Basic
Conclusion repeats the same thesis statement from the introduction
Proficient
Conclusion restates but does not expand on the main idea.
Advanced
Conclusion clearly restates and expands on the main idea. Leaves reader with a good impression.
Organization
Below Basic
Essay is disorganized with no clear order. No transition sentences
Basic
Some sections are organized, but information is just listed. Few transition sentences.
Proficient
Organization generally follows a pattern that is similar in each paragraph. Some attempt at not just listing information. Some transition sentences.
Advanced
Organization is clear and logical; follows an organizational method; points are fully explained. Effective transition sentences.
Word choice
Below Basic
Words are inappropriate or do not fit the essay.
Basic
Few appropriate words are used and it is difficult to identify points of comparison and contrast.
Proficient
Some appropriate words are used to help identify points of comparison and contrast.
Advanced
Well chosen words and phrases clearly show comparison and contrast.
Details and Examples
Below Basic
Details and examples are missing.
Basic
General statements unsupported, some details and examples are incorrect.
Proficient
Details and examples support most of the statements.
Advanced
Appropriate details and examples support every statement.
Mechanics
Below Basic
Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization are confusing, more than 10 errors.
Basic
Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization contains 7 - 10 errors.
Proficient
Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization contains 4 - 7 errors.
Advanced
Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization contains 0 - 3 error.
Subjects:
English
History
Types:
Writing
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