iRubric: Loss of Innocence Essay rubric

A thesis is not present or it is unclear.

There is no explanation of what loss of innocence means, or there is a very minimal/simplistic explanation

A thesis is present and fairly clear but does not show that Holden's attitude is complex.

There is an explanation of loss of innocence.

There is a clear and complex thesis.

The explanation of loss of innocence is clear, thoughtful, and succinct.

No quotations are present.

The body paragraph provides a clear example that support the thesis.

Quotation is properly integrated.

The body paragraph provides a thoughtful example that is carefully explained.

Quotation is properly integrated.

No attempt at a transition. Or the transition simply consists of "also" "another" etc.

There is a transition between body paragraphs, but it could be clearer

The transition between body paragraphs effectively links two ideas.