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Literary Analysis Rubric
Critical Analysis Rubric
Rubric to assess students' ability to construct a critical analysis that uses textual evidence to defend an argument
Rubric Code:
FAX878
By
Sammyosb
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Critical Review Submission
Inconsistant
(N/A)
Good
(N/A)
Very Good
(N/A)
Thesis Statement
Inconsistant
Writer's stance on the argument (thesis) is not clear.
Good
Writer states argument. Argument is somewhat developed.
Very Good
Writer clearly states his or her position. Writer's argument is thoughtful, complex and thoroughly explained.
Thesis Strands
Inconsistant
In the introduction the points of the argument (thesis strands) are not explained.
Good
In the introduction the points of the argument (thesis strands) are explained, but not clearly.
Very Good
In the introduction the points of the argument (thesis strands) are explained, clearly.
Introduction
Inconsistant
Introduction does not include a thesis statement or thesis strands.
Good
Introduction includes a thesis statement and thesis strands.
Very Good
Has a clear introduction, thesis statements and thesis strands that relate to the body paragraphs and conclusion.
Body Paragraphs
Inconsistant
Body paragraphs do not relate to the thesis statement and thesis strands. B paragraphs are not clear.
Good
Body paragraphs relate to the thesis strands, although they may not include topic sentences or be clear.
Very Good
Body paragraphs have topic sentences that relate to the thesis strands and run-on logically. Conclusion summarizes the point of the essay.
Conclusion
Inconsistant
Main points are not restated in the conclusion clearly and there is no connection back to the introduction.
Good
The main points are restated clearly but not in a new way. There is a connection back to the introduction but it needs to be clearer.
Very Good
The main points are restated clearly and in a new way. There is a clear connection back to the introduction.
Textual Evidence
Inconsistant
Evidence is not specific. Writer does not include at least three pieces of textual evidence. Evidence is simple and not fully explored. Evidence does not support the writer's argument/thesis.
Good
Includes at least three textual references to back up thesis, but they are not thoroughly explained or examined. Evidence is not specific and/or does not support the writer's argument/thesis statement.
Very Good
Includes at least three textual references to back up thesis. This evidence is specific and thoroughly examined. Evidence is quoted or paraphrased and clearly supports the writer's argument.
Mechanics
Inconsistant
The submission clearly has not been edited. There are numerous spelling, punctuation errors, and sentence structure problems.
Good
There are few spelling errors. Student uses mostly proper grammar, including correct punctuation and sentence structure in most cases.
Very Good
Uses correct grammar, including spelling, punctuation and sentence structure. Sentences are complete. Student uses capitalization where needed. Work has clearly been edited.
Keywords:
Critical, Analysis, Textual Evidence, Argument
Subjects:
English
Social Sciences
Types:
Writing
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