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Research ESSAY - Five Paragraphs Minimum

Write an essay utilizing formal essay structure including a thesis statement. Your essay should be typed and in MLA format with endnotes included as needed.

Rubric Code: KX5BX29

By cmfunston

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Essay Enter rubric description
	Level 1 (N/A)	Level 2 10 pts	Level 3 15 pts	Level 4 20 pts
Introductory Paragraph This paragraph introduces the essay's purpose and includes a thorough thesis statement. Thesis statement should include the essay's purpose along with three points that will be used to prove the purpose.	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4
First Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the first main point identified in the thesis. It must be effectively explained and supported by factual information.	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4
Second Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the second main point identified in the thesis. It must be effectively explained and supported by factual information.	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4
Third Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the third main point identified in the thesis. It must be effectively explained and supported by factual information.	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4
Conclusion The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay purpose.	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4
Organization Essay restates and answers the chosen prompt and follows the format of a well written thesis statement.	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4
Conventions/Writing Style Essay is highly accurate in use of conventions, especially in subject/verb agreement, sentence structure, paragraph transition sentences, spelling mechanics, etc.) Essay format is followed precisely and formal writing format is used consistently.	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4
MLA/Works Cited Proper MLA format is followed when completing works cited page. Includes endnotes in essay as needed.	Level 1	Level 2	Level 3	Level 4