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Narrative and Descriptive Essay 
Narrative and Descriptive Essay
Rubric Code: B2X92B5
By Tmshea
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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Good

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Fair

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Needs attention

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Support/Details

Excellent

Topic is supported by many specific details. Word choice is precise and appeals to all senses.
Good

Topic is supported by a few specific details. Word choice somewhat precise and appeals to at least one sense.
Fair

Topic is supported by general statements. Word choice is limited.
Needs attention

There is a slight attempt at support.
Structure

Excellent

There is a good introduction and thesis statement. Body is interesting and descriptive and the concluding paragraph wraps up the essay effectively and relates back to the thesis statement.
Good

There is an introduction. Body is interesting and informative but a little lacking and the the concluding paragraph adequately closes/sums up the essay but just repeats the thesis statement.
Fair

There is a weak introduction. Body is appropriate but lacking information and details and the concluding paragraph is not clear.
Needs attention

There is an no introduction. Body is weak scattered in thought and the there is no concluding paragraph at the end of the essay.
Mechanics & Sentence Structure

Excellent

Writing evidences understanding of proper grammar and use of punctuation throughout. There is variety in sentence length and structure. Spelling not considered.
Good

Writing contains one or two consistent grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. There is some sentence variety. Spelling not considered.
Fair

Many sentences are characterized by grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. There is little sentence structure. Spelling not considered.
Needs attention

Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. Sentence structure is limited. Spelling not considered.



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