iRubric: Rubric for Literary Analysis Essay

The essay does not begin with a clear introduction. The thesis statement may not in the introduction at all or it may not be clear. None of the arguments are previewed. No Thesis presented.

The essay begins with an introduction. It is made up of at least five sentences. It is somewhat clear. Some arguments are not clearly previewed. Thesis isn't very clear/strong.

The essay begins with a clear introduction. The thesis statement is part of the introduction but it could be clearer/stronger. All arguments are previewed but Thesis could be clearer/stronger.

The essay begins with a strong clear introduction. It is made up of five to seven clearly written sentences. All arguments are previewed in a clear Thesis Statement.

The second body paragraph is not clear enough. It attempts to support the thesis but does not do so clearly. Too much necessary information has been left out. Not enough specific details and examples have been used. Transitional words have probably not been used. No citations have been used. Does not contain opposition and appropriate flip

There is a paragraph which follows the introduction. It attempts to support the thesis but may not do so clearly. Not enough specific details and cited examples have been used. Transitional words have not been effectively used. It does not come to a strong finish. May or may not contain oppostion and appropriate flip

The second body paragraph is good. The sentences all work together to support the thesis statement. Transitional words could been used more often/clearly. Specific details and some cited examples have been used. It may end but may not come to a strong close. Contains oppostion and appropriate flip

The second body paragraph is strong. All of the sentences clearly connect to each other. Smooth and precise transition words have been used. This paragraph contains a clear reason which supports the thesis and is backed up with at least two reasons. Enough specific details and cited examples have been used. Contains opposition and appropriate flip.

Conclusion does not contain a concluding statement and/or does not wrap up the topic. Thesis hasn't been restated. No clinching statement.

Conclusion contains a concluding statement and wraps up the topic. Thesis hasn't been restated. No clinching statement.

Conclusion contains a concluding statement and wraps up the topic in a new and interesting way. Thesis could have been restated better. Clinching statement included.

The conclusion of this essay is strong. It leaves the reader with a lasting impression. It reminds the reader what was being proven in the essay. Thesis has been restated effectively. Strong clinching statement included.