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Rubric for 4 paragraph history essay.
Rubric Code: WX58838
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Subject: History  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Superior

5 pts

Advanced

3 pts

Average

1 pts

Beginner/Emerging

0 pts

Introductory Paragraph

Attention Grabber
Necessary Information
Main idea

Superior

This paragraph starts with an "attention grabber" that is appropriate for the topic and engaging to the reader. Main idea statement should be ONE sentence that is clearly the point that will be proven within the essay. Thoughtful transition between the "attention grabber" to the main idea statement.
Advanced

This paragraph starts with an "attention grabber" that is appropriate for the topic and engaging to the reader. Statement of main idea should be ONE sentence that is clearly the point that will be proven within the essay.
Average

Main idea is stated in the first paragraph.
Beginner/Emerging

This paragraph does not include an introduction of the main idea.
First Body Paragraph

Transition
First main idea
Details

Superior

It begins with a thoughtful transition. This paragraph should include the first main idea identified in the introductory paragraph. It must be effectively explained. The point must be supported by three relevant details
Advanced

This paragraph should include the first main idea of the essay. It must be explained and supported by several good details.
Average

This paragraph should include the first main idea of the essay. Support should be present and at least one good detail needs to be used.
Beginner/Emerging

First main idea is present but not clearly supported.
Second Body Paragraph

Transition
Second main idea
Details

Superior

It begins with a thoughtful transition. This paragraph should include the second main idea identified in the introductory paragraph. It must be effectively explained. The point must be supported by three relevant details
Advanced

This paragraph should include the second main idea of the essay. It must be explained and supported by several good details.
Average

This paragraph should include the second main idea of the essay. Support should be present and at least one good detail needs to be used.
Beginner/Emerging

Second main idea is present but not clearly supported.
Conclusion

Restate your main idea
Review your main points

Superior

The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay's purpose and include a restatement of the main idea of the essay.
Advanced

The last paragraph should include some summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay's and main idea.
Average

The last paragraph should include some reference to the points made within the essay.
Beginner/Emerging

Includes little/no reference to the main idea.
English Conventions

Superior

Sentence structures vary, subject and verbs agree, varied vocabulary is used, correct punctuation is used. Correct spelling and capitalization.
Advanced

Sentence structures vary, subject is used, correct punctuation is used.
Correct spelling and capitalization are used with very few errors.
Average

Several errors in spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
Beginner/Emerging

Numerous errors in spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
Conventions/MLA Format

Superior

MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas. Heading, margins, font, and line spacing all correctly done. Paper is written in four clear paragraphs.
Advanced

MLA format is clearly present in most areas. Heading, margins, font, and line spacing are mostly correctly done. Paper is written in four clear paragraphs.
Average

Attempt at MLA formatting is clear throughout the paper. Paper is written in four paragraphs.
Beginner/Emerging

MLA formatting is not present and/or four clear paragraphs are not used.



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