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Critical Analysis Essay Rubric 
Rubric to assess students' ability to construct a critical essay that uses textual evidence to defend an argument
Rubric Code: SXAABA7
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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Essay Structure
5 pts

Poor: 0-2 points<BR>
Fair: 3-4 points<BR>
Good: 5 points

e

Essay has a clear introduction, conclusion and at least three body paragraphs. Introduction has thesis statement. Paragraphs have topic sentences. Conclusion summarizes the point of the essay.
Satisfactory

Essay has and introduction and a conclusion. Includes body paragraphs. Thesis statement is stated, but not clear.
Poor

Essay does not have introduction, body paragraph and conclusion. There is no thesis statement. Body paragraphs are not clear.
Argument/Thesis
15 pts

Poor: 0-7 points<BR>
Fair: 8-11 points<BR>
Good: 12-15 points

e

Writer clearly states his or her position. Writer's argument is thoughtful, complex and thoroughly explained.
Satisfactory

Writer states argument. Argument is somewhat developed.
Poor

Writer's stance on the argument is not clear. Argument is simple and not explained.
Textual Evidence
5 pts

Poor: 0-2 points<BR>
Fair: 3-4 points<BR>
Good: 5 points

e

Includes at least three textual references to back up thesis. This evidence is specific, complex and thoroughly examined. Evidence is quoted or paraphrased and clearly supports the writer's argument.
Satisfactory

Includes at least three textual references to back up thesis, but they are not thoroughly explained or examined. Evidence is not specific and/or does not support the writer's argument/thesis statement.
Poor

Evidence is not specific. Writer does not include at least three pieces of textual evidence. Evidence is simple and not fully explored. Evidence does not support the writer's argument/thesis.
Grammar
5 pts

Poor: 0-2 points<BR>
Fair: 3-4 points<BR>
Good: 5 points

e

Essay uses correct grammar, including spelling, punctuation and sentence structure. Sentences are complete. Student uses capitalization where needed. Citation references follow the MLA format. Work has clearly been edited.
Satisfactory

There are few spelling errors. Student uses mostly proper grammar, including correct punctuation and sentence structure in most cases. There may be errors when using MLA format.
Poor

The essay clearly has not been edited. There are numerous spelling, punctuation errors, and sentence structure problems. There are errors when using MLA format.



Keywords:
  • Critical, Analysis, Textual Evidence, Argument


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