iRubric: The Great Gatsby Book Cover Artwork Analysis Essay rubric

Engages the reader; clearly explains the concepts behind the artworks and how they
relate to the novel.
Student goes beyond the
obvious and expertly explains the deeper significance of the pieces.
Use of references to the text is highly effective.
Theme statements are clear, concise, and insightful.

Makes a good attempt to
explain the concept behind
the artworks and how they
connect to the novel.
Student goes beyond the
obvious and explains some of the deeper significances of the pieces.
Use of references to the text is effective.
Theme statements are well written and thoughtful.

Vaguely addresses the concept behind the artwork and does not
fully explain the connection to the novel.
Student states the obvious
and fails to explain the deeper significance of the pieces.
Use of references to the text is ineffective.
Theme statements are vague and/or clichéd

Concept behind the artwork is not addressed or does not explain its connection to the novel.
Student states the obvious and fails to go deeper into the significance of the pieces. Too many cliche statements surrounding the themes present in the artworks.

-Introduction and conclusion are highly thought-provoking
and compelling.
-Essay is clearly divided into helpful paragraphs, and use of transition words and phrases guide the reader seamlessly
thought the piece.
-Claims are clear, detailed and evidence mature thought.

-Introduction and conclusion are interesting and show clear thought.
-Essay is sufficiently organized into paragraphs, and some attempt to use transitions is apparent, though somewhat
lacking.
-Claims are fair and
thoughtful.

-Introduction and conclusion are somewhat flawed and/or lacking.
May be simplistic.
-Paragraph structure is somewhat flawed and little attempt has been made to use transition words and phrases, which makes
the piece stilted.
-Claims are evident yet may be simplistic and show a lack of understanding.

Intro and conclusion are simplistic - lacking content.
Paragraph structure is flawed and transitions are simplistic and show a lack of understanding.

No more than 2 convention and spelling errors. Paragraphs are indented and the essay is neatly typed in a 12-point Times New Roman, and is double spaced.
Works Cited is perfectly completed.

Further points are deducted for every 3convention and spelling errors.
Works Cited has more than 3 errors.

Errors of convention, spelling, and formatting impede the reader's ability to follow along.

Riddled with errors and nearly impossible to decipher.