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Definition Paragraph 
Definition Paragraph
If your paper is not at least 250 words (1 page) in length you will receive an Incomplete (INC) on your paper. If you receive an Incomplete on your paper, you must complete the required word length before the instructor will grade it.
Rubric Code: F28W88
By JPepper
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Good

5 pts

Fair

3 pts

Needs Improvement

1 pts

Points

(N/A)

Topic Sentence
5 pts

Good

The topic sentence clearly and effectively states the topic and the focus of the paragraph.
Fair

The topic sentence does not effectively state the topic and/or the focus of the paragraph.
Needs Improvement

The topic sentence is not clear and/or it is not apparent one was included.
Points
Focus on Topic
5 pts

(Content)
Good

There is one clear, well-focused topic. The main idea stands out and is sufficiently supported by detailed information.
Fair

The main idea is somewhat clear. The supporting information is general and/or needs more detailed supporting information.
Needs Improvement

The main idea is not clear, or there are very few details. There is a seemingly random collection of information.
Points
Sequencing
0 pts

(Organization)
Good

Details are placed in chronological order and the way they are presented effectively keeps the interest of the reader.
Fair

Some details are not in chronological order or expected order, and this distracts the reader.
Needs Improvement

Many details are not in a chronological or expected order. There is little sense that the writing is organized.
Points
Introductory & Closing Sentences
0 pts

Good

The introductory sentence grabs the attention of the reader. The closing sentence is strong; because it clearly reminds the reader of the main idea and leaves them with something to think about.
Fair

The introductory sentence may require an attention grabber and/or your closing sentence may or may not remind the reader of the main idea or leave them with something to think about.
Needs Improvement

There is no clear introductory sentence. There is no clear closing sentence, the paper just ends.
Points
Grammar & Spelling
5 pts

Good

The writer makes a few or no errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
Fair

The writer makes some errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
Needs Improvement

The writer makes many errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
Points
Description
0 pts

Use of descriptive words (verbs, adjectives, adverbs, etc.)
Good

The writer is effective is their use of descriptive words. Their paragraph does a good job of painting a description in the reader's mind.
Fair

The writer uses some descriptive words. Their paragraph does an okay job of painting a picture in the reader's mind.
Needs Improvement

The writer did not use any descriptive words. Their paragraph does not paint a picture in the reader's mind.
Points
MLA Format & Length
0 pts

Good

The writer followed all MLA Format requirements and the length of the paragraph is at least 250 words (1 page) typed.
Fair

The writer followed most of the MLA Format requirements and the paragraph is at least 250 words (1 page) typed.
Needs Improvement

The writer did not meet most of the MLA Format requirements, but the paragraph is at least 250 words (1 page) typed.
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