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Narrative Paragraph 
Rubric for Narrative Paragraph Writing
Rubric Code: EX68925
By cajones16
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

Powered by iRubric Paragraph Writing - Narrative
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Satisfactory

2 pts

Unsatisfactory

1 pts

Not Present

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Title

Excellent

Title is creative, sparks interest and is related to the topic.
Good

Title is related to the topic but needs to be more creative.
Satisfactory

Title is present.
Unsatisfactory
Not Present

The paragraph has no title.
Topic Sentence

Excellent

The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It clearly introduces the subject and sets the scene.
Good

The topic sentence gives some clarity of the subject and scene.
Satisfactory

The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic and scene.
Unsatisfactory

Topic sentence is not clear.
Not Present

No topic sentence in the paragraph.
Supporting Details

Excellent

Supporting details are clear and well developed. Details are presented logically.
Good

Supporting details are clear and presented logically, but they are not well developed.
Satisfactory

Supporting details and information are relevant, but several key issues or are unsupported. There are details but they do not help the reader imagine they are involved. 
Unsatisfactory

There are supporting details, but they are either unclear or not presented logically.
Not Present

Supporting details are either wrong or lacking.
Organization

Excellent

Logical progression of ideas with a clear structure that enhance the paragraph and provides an exceptional narrative with appropriate and effective transitions.
Good

Logical progression of ideas. Transitions are present, but they do not enhance the overall effectiveness of the paragraph.
Satisfactory

Organization is clear. Some transitions are present, while others are either inappropriate or missing.
Unsatisfactory

Many details are not in a logical or expected order. There is little sense that the writing is organized. The transitions between ideas are unclear or nonexistent.
Not Present

No discernible organization. Transitions are not present.
Sentence Structure & Variety

Excellent

All sentences are well constructed without using repetitive ideas throughout. Consistently uses varied sentence structures. Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent.
Good

Most sentences are well constructed with complete thoughts. Intermittently uses varied sentence structures. Writing clear and coherent.
Satisfactory

Most sentences are well constructed. Very little variation of sentence structures. Writing is clear in places.
Unsatisfactory

Very few sentences are constructed well. Repetitive sentence patterns. Word choice is confusing and hard to follow.
Not Present

Sentences do not have structure or variety and are incomplete or rambling.
Concluding Statement

Excellent

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that summarizes the paragraph and clearly states the significance of the subject.
Good

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a somewhat clear summary statement with a vague explanation of significance.
Satisfactory

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is not a clear statement and does not repeat key words from the topic sentence.
Unsatisfactory

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is not a clear statement and introduces a new topic.
Not Present

There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Mechanics

Excellent

No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar. or capitalization. Contains no fragments, run-ons, comma splices, and/or incorrect subject-verb agreement.
Good

Writing contains one or two consistent errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar or capitalization, but they do not distract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph. Contains few fragments, run-ons, comma splices, and/or incorrect subject-verb agreement.
Satisfactory

Several errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization that, while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned. Contains some fragments, run-ons, comma splices, and/or incorrect subject-verb agreement.
Unsatisfactory

Many sentences are characterized by grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Contains some fragments, run-ons, comma splices, and/or incorrect subject-verb agreement.
Not Present

Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. Contains many fragments, run-ons, comma splices, and/or incorrect subject-verb agreement.





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