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Compare/Contrast Essay - Mr. Wesserling 
The purpose of this rubric is to give students the expectations for writing a comparing/contrasting essay. You will select a topic for comparison and write a FOUR paragraph essay with an introduction, two body paragraphs and a conclusion.
Rubric Code: TA5C4X
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric C/C Essay
  Excellent - 25

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Good - 20

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Fair - 15

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Poor - 10

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Comparison points

Excellent - 25

There are (3) three clear comparison examples between the story and the film.
Good - 20

There are (2) two comparison examples between the story and the film.
Fair - 15

There is (1)one comparison example between the story and the film.
Poor - 10

Student has not provided any comparison examples between the story and fim.
Contrasting points

Excellent - 25

There are (3) three clear contrasting examples between the two.
Good - 20

There are (2) two clear contrasting examples between the two.
Fair - 15

There is (1) one clear contrasting example between the two.
Poor - 10

Student has not provided any contrasting examples between the two.
Essay Structure

Excellent - 25

Student has included an introduction, three clear bod paragraphs, and a conclusion in the essay. There is cohesion in the essay and all the points make sense.
Good - 20

Essay reflects an introduction, two body paragraphs, and conclusion. Cohesion is mostly present throughout the essay.
Fair - 15

There are 2 paragraphs: one that compares and one that contrasts.
Poor - 10

There isn't any real form or format to this essay.
Mechanics

Excellent - 25

Student used grammar with only minor mistakes. MLA format followed
Good - 20

Student made grammar mistakes but it didn't distract from the reading. MLA Format followed
Fair - 15

Student made many grammar mistakes, but the paper was still readable.
Poor - 10

Student made many grammar mistakes that distracted the reader's attention and understanding.



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