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One Paragraph Paper 
Exemplification (Examples) Paragraph
A one paragraph paper must include a introduction, at least three detail sentences supporting the topic, and includes a concluding sentence.
Rubric Code: EXC3896
By Demumar
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Paragraph Writing
  Excellent

5 pts

Good

4 pts

Fair

3 pts

Needs attention

1 pts

Topic Sentence/Unity

Excellent

The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It is a clear statement of the paragraph content and is indented.
Good

The topic sentence gives some clarity of the overall connectivity of the sentences present and is indented.
Fair

The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic connecting to the other sentences and is indented.
Needs attention

There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Supporting Sentences

Excellent

The paragraph has at least three supporting detail sentences that explain the topic.
Good

The paragraph has two supporting detail sentences that explain the topic.
Fair

The paragraph has one supporting detail sentence that explains the topic.
Needs attention

There are no supporting detail sentences in the paragraph.
Descriptive Language

Excellent

The paragraph's sentences include a total of at least four adjectives and/or adverbs used correctly.
Good

The paragraph's sentences include only a total of three adjectives and/or adverbs used correctly.
Fair

The paragraph's sentences include only a total of two adjectives and/or adverbs used correctly.
Needs attention

The paragraph's sentences do not include any adjectives and/or adverbs OR they have included some and they are not used correctly.
Concluding Statement

Excellent

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that repeats key words from the topic sentence.
Good

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a somewhat clear statement that repeats some key words from the topic sentence.
Fair

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.
Needs attention

There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Sentence Skills

Excellent

Writing demonstrates an understanding of proper grammar, capitalization, and use of punctuation throughout. Minimal spelling errors.
Good

Writing contains one or two consistent grammatical errors, capitalization errors, or incorrect uses of punctuation. Most words are spelled correctly.
Fair

Many sentences are characterized by grammatical errors, capitalization errors, or incorrect uses of punctuation. Numerous simple spelling errors.
Needs attention

Writing does not use proper grammar, capitalization, or punctuation. The number of spelling errors significantly detracts from the readability of the paragraph.



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