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Essay

Write a five part essay using the following guide. Your essay should be typed in a Word document and in APA format.

Rubric Code: NX4X426

By ldixon113

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate

Essay - APA formatting Enter rubric description
	Beginner/Emerging 5 pts	Average 10 pts	Advanced 15 pts	Superior 20 pts
Introductory Paragraph This part contains the thesis statement (one sentence) that is clearly the point that will be proven within the essay.	Beginner/Emerging Thesis is not clear.	Average Thesis is clear	Advanced	Superior
First Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one quotation is used in proper MLA format. It begins with a thoughtful transition.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
Second Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one quotation is used in proper MLA format. It begins with a thoughtful transition.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
Third Body Paragraph This paragraph should include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained. The point must be exemplified through evidence from your research. Precise and extensive details must be given and supported. At least one quotation is used in proper MLA format. It begins with a thoughtful transition.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
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. It should end with a clear purpose based on the essay type, such as a "end with a warning."	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
English Conventions Sentence structures vary, subject and verbs agree, varied vocabulary is used, correct punctuation is used with at least 2 semi-colons used. Correct spelling and capitalization.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior
Conventions/MLA Format Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely and MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas. Title page, headers, footers, and Works cited page, margins, font, and line spacing all correctly done.	Beginner/Emerging	Average	Advanced	Superior