Skip to main content
iRubric: The Book Thief Literary Analysis Rubric

iRubric: The Book Thief Literary Analysis Rubric

find rubric

edit   print   share   Copy to my rubrics   Bookmark   test run   assess...   delete   Do more...
The Book Thief Literary Analysis Rubric 
Rubric Code: D23C753
By smitlr05
Ready to use
Public Rubric
Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Criteria
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

Thesis Statement

Does the essay include a clear and debatable thesis statement that makes a claim about the presentation and development of the chosen theme? Does the thesis statement provide a roadmap for the rest of the essay?
Excellent

The thesis statement is clear, debatable, and provides a roadmap for the rest of the essay.
Good

The thesis statement is clear and debatable, but may not provide a complete roadmap for the rest of the essay.
Fair

The thesis statement is somewhat clear and debatable, but lacks specificity or coherence.
Poor

The thesis statement is unclear or irrelevant to the chosen theme.
Analysis of Theme

Does the essay provide specific examples of the chosen theme found in the novel with page numbers and quotes that support the analysis in MLA format? Does the essay provide insightful and in-depth analysis of the chosen theme that goes beyond summarizing or describing?
Excellent

The essay thoroughly analyzes the chosen theme and demonstrates how Zusak develops the idea throughout the novel. The analysis is insightful and nuanced.
Good

The essay adequately analyzes the chosen theme and demonstrates how Zusak develops the idea throughout the novel. The analysis is clear and supported by evidence.
Fair

The essay analyzes the chosen theme but lacks depth or detail in demonstrating how Zusak develops the idea throughout the novel.
Poor

The essay does not adequately analyze the chosen theme or demonstrate how Zusak develops the idea throughout the novel.
Integration of Textual Evidence

Does the essay use textual evidence to support the analysis of the chosen theme? Is the evidence properly cited in MLA format? Are the quotes relevant and seamlessly integrated into the essay?
Excellent

The essay effectively integrates multiple quotations and specific textual evidence to support the writer's argument.
Good

The essay integrates some quotations and specific textual evidence to support the writer's argument, but lacks consistency or depth.
Fair

The essay includes quotations and textual evidence, but lacks integration or analysis.
Poor

The essay does not include quotations or specific textual evidence.
Organization and Clarity

Is the essay well-organized with clear introduction, body, and conclusion sections? Are the ideas presented in a logical and coherent manner? Are the sentences and paragraphs well-constructed and easy to understand?
Excellent

The essay is well-organized with clear introduction, body, and conclusion sections. The ideas are presented in a logical and coherent manner, with smooth transitions between paragraphs and sentences. The essay is easy to read and understand.
Good

The essay is mostly well-organized, with clear introduction, body, and conclusion sections. The ideas are presented in a mostly logical and coherent manner, with some transitions between paragraphs and sentences. The essay is mostly easy to read and understand.
Fair

The essay may lack clarity or organization in some areas, with unclear or disjointed paragraphs or transitions. The ideas may be somewhat difficult to follow.
Poor

The essay lacks clarity or organization, with unclear or disjointed paragraphs and/or transitions.
Grammar, Mechanics, & Formatting

Does the essay have proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization? Are the sentences complete and free of fragments or run-ons? Does it meet the 1,000 word length requirement and follow MLA formatting guidelines?
Excellent

The essay is free of grammatical errors, punctuation mistakes, spelling errors, and capitalization errors, demonstrating a mastery of written English. The essay also meets the length requirement and follows MLA formatting guidelines for citations and works cited.
Good

The essay has minor grammatical errors, punctuation mistakes, spelling errors, or capitalization errors that are distracting but do not significantly impede the reader's understanding of the essay. The essay mostly meets the length requirement and mostly follows MLA formatting guidelines for citations and works cited.
Fair

The essay has a few grammatical errors, punctuation mistakes, spelling errors, or capitalization errors, but they do not impede the reader's understanding of the essay. The essay has several formatting errors that affect the readability or professional appearance of the essay, such as incorrect citation style, font size, margins, or spacing. It is also significantly shorter than the required length.
Poor

The essay is riddled with grammatical errors, punctuation mistakes, spelling errors, and capitalization errors. The essay is significantly shorter than the required length and does not meet the minimum word count. It is also poorly formatted and does not follow MLA guidelines, making it difficult to read or understand.
_______ /20 x 5 = 100 Points Total




Subjects:

Types:

Discuss this rubric




Do more with this rubric:
Preview

Preview

Preview this rubric.
Edit

Edit

Modify this rubric.
Copy

Copy

Make a copy of this rubric and begin editing the copy.

Print

Print

Show a printable version of this rubric.
Categorize

Categorize

Add this rubric to multiple categories.
Bookmark

Bookmark

Bookmark this rubric for future reference.
Assess
Test run

Test run

Test this rubric or perform an ad-hoc assessment.
Grade

Grade

Build a gradebook to assess students.
Collaborate

Collaborate

Apply this rubric to any object and invite others to assess.
Share
Publish

Publish

Link, embed, and showcase your rubrics on your website.
Email

Email

Email this rubric to a friend.
Discuss

Discuss

Discuss this rubric with other members.
 

Do more with rubrics than ever imagined possible.

Only with iRubrictm.


Copyright © 2024 Reazon Systems, Inc.  All rights reserved.
n98