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General Essay Rubric 
General Essay Rubric
Literary Analysis
Rubric Code: R44BW3
By greid521
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  A - Excellent

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B- Quality

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C- Adequate

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D- Weak

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CONTENT

A - Excellent

Response to the topic is insightful and original. Essay reflects depth of thought. Excellent analysis of reading is evident.
B- Quality

Response to the topic is thoughtful, and purpose is clear. Close reading is evident.
C- Adequate

Response to the topic is appropriate, but needs more sustained thinking. Essay is not fully developed. Analysis of the reading is superficial.
D- Weak

Topic addressed inadequately. Ideas lack development. Understanding of the reading is not demonstrated.
ORGANIZATION

A - Excellent

Thesis is well focused. Paragraph sequence is logical; transitions clarify relationships of ideas. Introduction is engaging; conclusion is substantive.
B- Quality

Thesis is focused. Sequence of paragraphs is logical; transitions are generally smooth. Introduction is informative; conclusion goes beyond summary.
C- Adequate

Thesis is evident, but may need sharper focus. Organization is apparent, but not consistent. Transitions are lacking. Introduction and/or conclusion may be weak.
D- Weak

Thesis is weak. Organization is haphazard; paragraph breaks are illogical. Some paragraphs are repetitious or irrelevant. Introduction and/or conclusion are weak.
Paragraph Development

A - Excellent

Paragraphs are unified and coherent. Ideas are well developed with significant and persuasive evidence.
B- Quality

Paragraphs are unified and coherent. Ideas are well developed with effective evidence and support.
C- Adequate

Paragraphs are generally developed, but have occasional lapses in coherence or unity. Some ideas may be underdeveloped; some key points may need support.
D- Weak

Paragraphs lack coherence and are often short. Ideas are overly generalized, ramble, and lack sufficient detail.
Style and Mechanics
STYLE

A - Excellent

Sentences are skillfully constructed, varied and distinctive. Diction is fresh and precise.
B- Quality

Sentences are generally concise, varied, and fluent.
C- Adequate

Sentences are appropriate, but may show little complexity or variety and some awkwardness. Diction is generally clear with occasional vague or inappropriate wording.
D- Weak

Awkward sentences obscure train of thought. Diction is vague, repetitive, and incorrect. Excessive slang.
MECHANIC

A - Excellent

Consistent use of standard grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
B- Quality

Occasional comma splices, fragments, misspellings, or other errors.
C- Adequate

Few deviations from standard grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
D- Weak

Repeated comma splices, fragments, or other serious errors.
MLA Style

A - Excellent

All of the following criteria have been met:
- Essay title is centered (no boldface)
- Proper MLA headings in upper left corner
- Size 12 font in Times New Roman
- Text is double-spaced throughout
- Work(s) Cited page is accurate and properly arranged.
B- Quality

Most of the above criteria have been met, but there may be one or two small deviations.
C- Adequate

Some of the above criteria have been met, but paper does not meet several of the MLA guidelines.
D- Weak

Serious disregard of MLA Style. Work(s) Cited page may be missing or significantly flawed.




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