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Of Mice and Men Sensory Essay

Exploring how Steinbeck uses the 9 senses to establish setting in Chapter One

Rubric Code: QX6752A

By PVHarmon

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 9-12

CH1 OMAM Senses
	A to B+ (95-87) (N/A)	B to C- (86-70) (N/A)	D and Below >70 (N/A)
Title/Hook	A to B+ (95-87) Both title and hook of essay draw the reader in. Strong usage of language,	B to C- (86-70) Title OR hook are somewhat interesting.	D and Below >70 Neither title nor hook are interesting. Perhaps cliche
Opening Paragraph	A to B+ (95-87) Opening paragraph begins with a concept then narrows to strong, definitive thesis statement which is specific and directional.	B to C- (86-70) Opening paragraph repeats prompt, ends with thesis statement that is directional	D and Below >70 Opening paragraph is poorly constructed, leaves reader questioning point and direction
Body Paragraphs	A to B+ (95-87) Paragraphs follow order as set in TS. Topic sentence connects to TS. Scene is set for support. Support cited properly. Effectiveness of support is explained after quote. Strong transition	B to C- (86-70) Paragraphs follow order of TS. Topic sentence somewhat connects to TS. Scene not strongly set. Support cited. Effectiveness is a bit vague or repetitive. Weak transition.	D and Below >70 Paragraphs out of TS order. Topic sentences are illogical or repetitive. Scene not set. Support not cited correctly or absent. Support not explained. Transitions weak or absent.
Conclusion	A to B+ (95-87) Does not begin:"In Conclusion". Does not restate lead/TS. Ties up "loose ends". Connection to world outside of Novella. Leaves reader with greater understanding	B to C- (86-70) Does not begin:"In Conclusion". Does not restate lead/TS. Ties up "loose ends". Connection to world outside of Novella. Leaves reader with greater understanding	D and Below >70 Begins:"In Conclusion".Restates lead/TS. Does not tie up "loose ends". No external connection . Leaves reader confused
Conventions	A to B+ (95-87) Grammar, spelling, punctuation mistakes are minimal. Minimal use of "BAD" words. Formatting as required. 2 or more vocabulary words used in proper context	B to C- (86-70) Grammar, spelling, punctuation mistakesevident, but do not interfere with meaning Moderate use of "BAD" words. Minor formatting issues. 2 vocabulary words used in proper context	D and Below >70 Grammar, spelling, punctuation mistakes interfere with understanding Overuse of "BAD" words. Poor formatting. Less than 2 vocabulary words used in proper context