0-10 points based on the level of completion.
0 pts
met only few expectations
12 pts
exceeded most expectations.. left out explanations on why
14 pts
exceeed all expectations with limited errors
16 pts
exceeded all expectations
20 pts
This paragraph introduces the essay with a "hook" and a purpose that includes a thesis statement.
The thesis statement is a well written sentence and includes an inferred statement with 3 supporting details to prove that statement.
Paragraphs should be about the thesis' supporting details and help to prove the statement.
The thesis statement should be restated as a closing. One or two sentences should summarize the body of the essay. the conclusion should include a statement that expresses something learned or discovered.
Essay is highly accurate in use of conventions. Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely.