iRubric: TAKS Short Answer Single Text rubric

Uses basic punctuation rules accurately. Shows knowledge of end of sentence punctuation, and basic comma rules.
Capitalization rules are accurately used.

Uses basic punctuation rules somewhat accurately. End of sentence punctuation rules are mostly correct, but commas are randomly used. Shows understanding of capitalization, but not used consistently.

Punctuation is random, and only the easiest rules show awareness of correct use. End of Capitalization i

Lack of punctuation, or numerous errors in punctuation affect the readability of the text.

Writing has an easy flow, with strong varied sentence structures. There are varied and purposeful sentence beginnings.

Sentences get the job done, constructed correctly, and sound. Sentence structures attempt to vary, as do sentence beginnings.

Sentence structures are simplistic and monotonous. Need complexity, but they do make sense.

Sentences do not make sense, ramble, begin the same way, and endlessly connect to others.