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Expository Essay--6th Grade 
Expository Essay--6th Grade
African Country Project
Rubric Code: MX58274
By davidross9298
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Below Basic 1

1 pts

Basic 2

2 pts

Proficient 3

3 pts

ADVANCED 4

4 pts

Score

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Organization

Below Basic 1

There is no clear introduction, thesis statement or conclusion
Basic 2

The introduction and thesis statement are not clear. The last paragraph doesn't restate thesis.
Proficient 3

There is an introduction with thesis statement and conclusion. Both may need stronger or more interesting wording.
ADVANCED 4

There is an introduction with a clear thesis statement and a conclusion. Both are interesting.
Score
Topic Sentences

Below Basic 1

There is no topic sentence.
Basic 2

Topic sentence does not properly introduce topic.
Proficient 3

Interesting sentence that introduces the topic of the paragraph.
ADVANCED 4

Powerful, interesting sentence that introduces the topic of the paragraph. The reader is interested in the topic.
Score
Supporting Details

Below Basic 1

Includes only one supporting detail for each main idea. Details are not descriptive or clear.
Basic 2

Includes at least two supporting details for each main idea. Details are somewhat vague.
Proficient 3

Includes two supporting details that are specific OR three supporting details that are somewhat vague.
ADVANCED 4

Includes three or more supporting details for each main idea. Details use specific examples and description.
Score
Mechanics

Below Basic 1

Errors are glaring and the essay is difficult to read.
Basic 2

There are several errors which detract from the overall meaning and flow of the essay.
Proficient 3

Minimal errors are found. They do not detract from the general flow of the essay.
ADVANCED 4

Errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization are minimal and not distracting.
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