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English 11 Synthesis Essay on Short Story
English 11 Synthesis Essay on Short Story
After reading several short stories, write a synthesis essay on ONE theme. Refer to two of the short stories we've read on that theme.
Rubric Code:
SX9XWX5
By
rebecapylant
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Not within expectations
1 pts
Minimally meeting expectations
3 pts
Fully meeting expectations
4 pts
Exceeding expectations
5 pts
Introduction & thesis statement
Not within expectations
Thesis unclear, does not name the topic. Introduction is too short; does not grab the reader's attention. No TAG included
Minimally meeting expectations
Thesis statement outlines some of the main points but introduction could be more developed. TAG
Fully meeting expectations
Thesis statement is clear and outlines the topic. Includes reference to the quote and TAG. Full paragraph introduction and conclusion.
Exceeding expectations
Thesis statement is clear/provocative and outlines the topic. Includes the TAG. Introduction is fully developed and grabs the reader's attention. Full paragraph introduction and conclusion
Organization
Not within expectations
Essay is unorganized and lacking in paragraph structure
Minimally meeting expectations
Organization is weak. Transitions missing
Fully meeting expectations
Satisfactory organization. Logical sequence and follows the format outlined.
Exceeding expectations
Excellent organization. Paper follows the organizational format and is clearly written.
Evidence and examples
Not within expectations
Evidence and examples are not relevant and/or not explained. Quotes are either not present, insufficient to support the topic, and/or are incorrectly cited.
Minimally meeting expectations
At least one of the pieces of evidence is relevant, is connected to the topic and thesis. Meagre support.
Fully meeting expectations
Most of the evidence and examples are specific and relevant. Each piece of evidence supports the author's position. Quotes are included and relate to the topic. Some errors in citing.
Exceeding expectations
All evidence and examples are thoroughly explained and support the author's position. Quotes clearly support the topic and correctly cited. Quotes are introduced; their significance is explained.
Closing paragraph
Not within expectations
Conclusion is unclear or omitted.
Minimally meeting expectations
Conclusion is formulaic, or has little impact.
Fully meeting expectations
Conclusion is recognizable. Position is restated. Some impact.
Exceeding expectations
Conclusion is strong and leaves the reader solidly understanding the writer's position Effective restatement of the thesis/topic. Topic is put in a broader context.
Sentence structure and transitions
Not within expectations
Little variety. Some confusion with sentences. Few or no transitions
Minimally meeting expectations
Most sentences are varied. Few sentence errors. Transitions between sentences and paragraphs are choppy.
Fully meeting expectations
No sentence errors. Some variety. Smooth transition between sentences and paragraphs.
Exceeding expectations
No sentence errors. Sentences are varied and well constructed.
Spelling, Grammar, Punctuation
Not within expectations
Many distracting errors.
Minimally meeting expectations
Errors are present but may not be distracting.
Fully meeting expectations
Few errors. These errors could have been corrected with more careful proofreading.
Exceeding expectations
Paper is free of errors in conventions.
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English
Types:
Writing
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