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Expository essay 
Rubric Code: G6W852
By lisawilde1
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Excelling

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Approaching competence

2 pts

Weak

1 pts

Overall idea/Thesis statement

Has a thesis statement which fulfills assignment and is clear and precise. Idea itself is interesting and sophisticated
Excelling
Good
Approaching competence
Weak
Development

Topic is broken into main ideas. Main ideas are supported and explained with evidence and details (MEAL)
Excelling
Good
Approaching competence
Weak
Organization

Essay has an introduction with a hook, background and thesis. Body paragraphs proceed in an order that makes sense. Essay has a conclusion that sums up the writer's point and enlarges it
Excelling
Good
Approaching competence
Weak
Language/word choice

Use of language and choice of words is sophisticated, appropriate to the topic, and interesting. Tone is also appropriate. Writer is using proper syntax.
Excelling
Good
Approaching competence
Weak
Conventions

Writer demonstrates knowledge of proper grammar and uses correct spelling, punctuation, and capitalization
Excelling
Good
Approaching competence
Weak
Revision

Demonstrates revision by including prior drafts and creating improvements
Excelling
Good
Approaching competence
Weak




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