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Personal Narrative Essay 
Opinion Essay
Rubric Code: TXAAB88
By commiski
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: K-5, 9-12

Powered by iRubric MY OPINION ESSAY
  Impeccable

6 pts

Fantastic

5 pts

Satisfactory

4 pts

So-so

3 pts

Needs Work

2 pts

What.

1 pts

Beginning

Follows the Hero's Journey Ordinary World structure. Setting
Impeccable

I followed the structure requirements perfectly. My introduction sets the scene for my reader with details in an interesting and engaging way.
Fantastic

I followed the structure requirements. My introduction sets the scene for my reader in an interesting way.
Satisfactory

I followed the structure requirements. My introduction sets the scene for my reader, but is not very engaging.
So-so

I followed the structure requirements mostly. My introduction sets the scene for my reader, but might be confusing because of information I left out or didn't explain well.
Needs Work

I didn't follow the structure requirements well. My introduction sets the scene but my reader might be confused by information I left out or didn't explain well.
What.

I barely tried to follow the structure requirements and only vaguely included information relevant to setting.
Departure

Follows the Hero's Journey Departure/Ordeal structure. Conflict
Impeccable

I followed the structure requirements perfectly. My departure details leaving my ordinary world/gaining a new experience through some kind of conflict in an interesting and engaging way.
Fantastic

I followed the structure requirements. My departure details leaving my ordinary world/gaining a new experience through some kind of conflict with details in an interesting way.
Satisfactory

I followed the structure requirements. My departure includes leaving my ordinary world/gaining a new experience through some kind of conflict but lacks details.
So-so

I followed the structure requirements mostly. My departure includes leaving my ordinary world/gaining a new experience through some kind of conflict, but might be confusing because of information I left out or didn't explain well.
Needs Work

I didn't the structure requirements well. My departure somewhat includes leaving my ordinary world/gaining a new experience through some kind of conflict, but is vague and confusing.
What.

I barely tried to follow the structure requirements. My departure somewhat includes leaving my ordinary world/gaining a new experience through some kind of conflict, but is extremely vague and confusing.
Detailed Description

Essay uses concrete images and senses to help the reader
Impeccable

I used my words to paint a picture for my reader of the scene effectively and creatively. My reader can easily picture the scene and my words are carefully chosen for the most impact.
Fantastic

I used my words to paint a picture for my reader of the scene effectively and creatively. Events are described in detail, and my reader can picture the scene.
Satisfactory

I used my words to paint a picture for my reader of the scene effectively most of the time. My reader can picture the scene, but I describe events with only some detail.
So-so

I used my words to paint a picture for my reader of the scene somewhat effectively. I describe mostly a sequence of events rather than specific details.
Needs Work

I describe mostly a sequence of events rather than specific details, and some of my events are vague.
What.

I describe mostly a sequence of events rather than specific details, and most of my events are vague.
Use of Dialogue

7 full lines of dialogue
Impeccable

I used at least 7 full lines of dialogue in a way that added depth and creativity to my paper. Words are chosen to match the characters and scenes.
Fantastic

I used at least 7 full lines of dialogue in a way that added depth to my paper. The words match the characters and scenes.
Satisfactory

I used at least 7 full lines of dialogue. The words match the characters and scenes.
So-so

I used almost 7 full lines of dialogue. The words mostly match the characters and scenes.
Needs Work

I used less than 5 full lines of dialogue. The words somewhat match the characters and scenes.
What.

I used less than 3 full lines of dialogue. The words barely match the characters and scenes.
Return

Follows the Hero's Journey Return structure. Application
Impeccable

I followed the structure requirements perfectly. My return shows reflection and an application of what I learned from the journey in detail with thoughtfulness.
Fantastic

I followed the structure requirements. My return shows general reflection and an application of what I learned from the journey in detail.
Satisfactory

I followed the structure requirements. My return shows general reflection and an application of what I learned from the journey in detail, but is somewhat vague and lacks thoughtfulness.
So-so

I followed the structure requirements mostly. My return lacks reflection or application and is somewhat vague and lacks thoughtfulness.
Needs Work

I followed the structure requirements somewhat. My return lacks reflection or application and is vague and lacks thoughtfulness.
What.

I barely followed the structure requirements. My return lacks reflection and application and is vague and lacks thoughtfulness.
Basic Grammar

Did I make any errors in punctuation, spelling, and/or capitalization?
Impeccable

I made 0 or only 1 error in basic punctuation, spelling, and/or capitalization, including when using quotation marks.
Fantastic

I made 2-3 or more errors in basic punctuation, spelling, and/or capitalization, including when using quotation marks.
Satisfactory

I made 3-4 or more errors in basic punctuation, spelling, and/or capitalization, including when using quotation marks.
So-so

I made 5-6 or more errors in punctuation, usage, spelling, and/or capitalization, including when using quotation marks.
Needs Work

I made 7-9 or more errors in punctuation, usage, spelling, and/or capitalization, including when using quotation marks.
What.

I made 9-15 or more errors in punctuation, usage, spelling, and/or capitalization, including when using quotation marks.
Complex Grammar

Did I use sentence structures effectively?
Impeccable

My sentences are clear in their structure and meaning. I used a variety of sentence structures.

My grammatical structure matches the meaning creatively and effectively.
Fantastic

My sentences are clear in their structure and meaning. I used a variety of sentence structures.
Satisfactory

My sentences are clear in their structure and meaning. I used some variety of sentence structures, but most of my sentences are simple sentences or repeated structures.
So-so

My sentences are sometimes unclear in their structure and meaning. All of my sentences are simple sentences.
Needs Work

My sentences are often unclear in their structure and meaning. All of my sentences are simple sentences. I am missing subjects and verbs in many of my sentences.
What.

My sentences are rarely complete and often confusing. I am missing subjects and verbs in many of my sentences.
Verbs and Quotations

Did I make any errors in verb tenses or quotation marks?
Impeccable

All of my verbs use the correct form and tense and are consistent with all other tenses used in the essay.

All quotations are clearly written in the correct format.
Fantastic

I have 1-2 errors that do not affect understanding.
Satisfactory

I have 3-5 errors, but they do not confuse the meaning of my essay.
So-so

I have 6-9 errors, and they make some ideas confusing.
Needs Work

I have 10 or more errors in verb tenses that greatly affect understanding.
What.

I didn't attempt to use correct verb tenses or quotation marks properly and have numerous errors so that my writing is barely intelligible.
Voice, Flow, Style

Did this essay sound like me? Did I use transitions vocabulary effectively?
Impeccable

I used language effectively and creatively, and my ideas are clearly presented. The language of my essay transitions and flows easily. My essay shows a style unique to me.
Fantastic

I used language effectively and creatively, and my ideas are clearly presented. The language of my essay transitions and flows easily with few errors.
Satisfactory

Most of my essay is easy to read, with only a few errors that affect flow and understanding.
So-so

My essay has several errors that affect the reader's ability to understand my thoughts.
Needs Work

The language of my essay is unclear and difficult to understand.
What.

I barely wrote an essay. In fact, an AI computer on auto predict could have done better. Wait, maybe that's how I wrote this essay...
Format

Did I format my paper according to the specifications given by my instructor?
Impeccable

I met all of the formatting requirements.
Fantastic

I am missing 1-2 formatting requirements.
Satisfactory

I am missing 3-4 formatting requirements.
So-so

I am missing 4-6 formatting requirements.
Needs Work

I am missing 6-7 formatting requirements.
What.

I ignored any formatting requirements and am getting points only for at least turning the essay in.
Extension

Use of additional Hero's Journey elements and other Advanced elements
Impeccable

not graded
Fantastic
Satisfactory
So-so
Needs Work
What.




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