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Biography

Biographical Research Paper--MLA Format

Students to complete a one page Biography on a someone who has had positive influences in changing the world.

Rubric Code: R455W4

By bronwen01

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 6-8

Biography One page research paper on someone who has had positive influences in changing the world
	Advanced (N/A)	Proficient (N/A)	Basic (N/A)
Research Information Detailed information about subject	Advanced Information includes date and place of birth, family information, education, life experiences (career, events, etc.) accomplishments, interesting facts, death date if applicable	Proficient Missing some important basic facts about the subject (see requirements for "Advanced")	Basic Inadequate number of facts presented about the subject (see requirements for "Advanced")
Mechanics Spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, paragraph structure	Advanced No spelling errors, no punctuation errors, complete sentences, well-structured paragraphs that transition well	Proficient Has two to three spelling and/or punctuation errors, incomplete sentences are present, adequately structured paragraphs, weak transitions between paragraphs	Basic More than three spelling and/or punctuation errors, incomplete sentences, poorly structured paragraphs, no transition between paragraphs
Writing Technique Vocabulary usage, articulation, transitioning of information	Advanced Uses upper-level vocabulary, engaging writing style, flows well, sequential, interesting introductory paragraph, solid closing paragraph (as opposed to simply stopping information abruptly)	Proficient Vocabulary usage meets grade level expectations, adequate flow, evident sequencing, understandable phrasing, clear introductory paragraph, clear closing paragraph	Basic Vocabulary usage does not meet grade level expectations, phrasing is confusing, no sequence, no introductory paragraph (just starts listing facts), no closing paragraph (abruptly stops listing facts)