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Describing a Character

Write descriptive paragraph about a character.

Rubric Code: C3C6B9

By AWolf003

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Public Rubric

Subject: English

Type: Homework

Grade Levels: K-5, 6-8

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	Great Work 3 pts	Sufficient Effort 2 pts	Needs Work 1 pts
Description of Character detail?	Great Work Character is clearly identified by name and from which story taken. Character is described with great detail including several traits. The writer also successfully shows characters' personalities through descriptions of the dialogue and actions within the story.	Sufficient Effort Character is identified, physically described, and at least one trait is defined. The writer has not fully delved into the characters specific personality traits.	Needs Work Character is identified and is physically described.
Punctuation and Grammer review and revise?	Great Work Punctuation, Grammer, Spelling and capitalization are all evident and correct. Writing exhibits careful editing/proofreading with few to no errors.	Sufficient Effort Writing exhibits numerous errors, but they do not detract from the meaning of the story.	Needs Work Writing exhibits a failure to proofread or edit through numerous errors in grammar, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation, which distract the reader from the main content of the paragraph.
Organization pre planning?	Great Work Writers thoughts are clearly organized.	Sufficient Effort Writer shows evidence of planning and thought but lacks detail.	Needs Work Writer shows little evidence of planning, thought, or detail.
Handwriting Ledgible?	Great Work Handwriting is clear and legible.	Sufficient Effort Handwriting is for the most part legible.	Needs Work Handwriting is incomprehensible.
Word Choice Interesting, exciting, helps capture the readers attention	Great Work Word choice grabs the reader grade level vocababulary is used appropriately.	Sufficient Effort Some words are simplistic while others are captivating to the reader.	Needs Work Word choice is basic and flat.