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Descriptive Writing 
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Rubric Code: NXCA34
By gabyjohnc
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Needs Improvement

Skills are problematic in this area

1 pts

Fair

Shows some skill in a few areas; needs improvement

2 pts

Good

Shows some skill in most areas, with room for improvement

3 pts

Great

shows evidence of understanding most skills

4 pts

Excellent

mastered all skills

5 pts

Introduction
10 pts

Enticing Lead-in.
Provides ample and compelling introductory context.
Needs Improvement
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Structure and Organization
25 pts

Topic sentences aid flow. Effective paragraphing.
Follows a clear, logical path. Clearly well-outlined with no "carrots". Effective transitions from one idea to the next.
Needs Improvement
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Content-Topic Development
25 pts

Thoroughly develops ideas and follows instructions. Shows creative thinking and solid expression. Stays on topic.
Needs Improvement
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Conclusion
10 pts

Effectively closes paper. Ends with an “umph” or thought-provoking idea.
Needs Improvement
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Style
15 pts

Vivid and precise word choice.
Varied sentence structure.
Clarity of expression.
Appropriate verb tense. Requested techniques from assignment.
Needs Improvement
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent
Mechanics
15 pts

Punctuation Capitalization
Spelling
Grammar/Usage
Run-on/Fragments.
Needs Improvement
Fair
Good
Great
Excellent




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