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Compare/Contrast Character Traits

9-10.RL.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. 9-10.W.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Rubric Code: WXX8AWX

By ThomRok

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Private Rubric

Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 9-12

Character Traits "The Richer, The Poorer"
	Exceeds 4 pts	Proficient 3 pts	Approaching 2 pts	Developing 1 pts
TRAITS (Major Descriptors-- words/phrases) TIP: Consider including some definition of each trait word to make sure it matches what you think it says about the character	Exceeds Two traits have been accurately chosen for each character that define their most important qualities and help reader clearly see the differences between characters.	Proficient Two traits have been chosen for each character that define important qualities and help reader see the differences between characters.	Approaching Some traits listed for character: may be inaccurate, or their importance is not well explained.	Developing No traits are listed that are appropriate to task.
EVIDENCE (Support from Text) NOTE: For each reference to the text, include the paragraph # in parentheses at the end of the quote or reference: (P#)	Exceeds Clear evidence from the story is listed for each of the traits, and correctly supports how each character shows each trait; every reference/quote marked with a (P#)	Proficient Evidence from the story is listed for all traits, but support could be more clear; mostly correct:; most references/quotes marked with a (P#)	Approaching Some evidence is used to support character traits; some evidence is missing, unclear or incorrect; some references/quotes marked with a (P#)	Developing Little or no evidence is used to support character traits; OR, evidence is mostly incorrect; references/quotes NOT marked with a (P#)
ORGANIZATION Introduction (SUMMARY + TOPIC SENTENCE) Transitions Paragraphing + structure Conclusion (includes analysis of STATIC v. DYNAMIC character)	Exceeds All traits and support are clearly and logically presented in paragraph format; varied transitional phrases add to logic of paper and ease of reading	Proficient All traits and support are presented in paragraph format; transitional phrases generally add to clarity and ease of reading	Approaching Most traits and support are presented in paragraph format; transitions not quite effective; structure leads to difficulty reading; considerable need for editing	Developing Transitions are missing; structure is confusing; lots of editing required