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Essay Introduction Essay Introduction Write an introduction to an essay. Follow the structure discussed in class. Rubric Code: Y2XWCB9 By irizarry16 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Conclusion Paragraph
	Needs Improvement 1 pts	Fair 2 pts	Good 3 pts
Reference to original prompt/	Needs Improvement Writer does not capture the readers attention. Little to no focus on topic found.	Fair Hook has some potential to capture reader's attention No connection or elaboration on focus of paper.	Good Writer composes strong hook that captures reader's attention. Connection with theme of paper is easily understandable.
Descriptive Sentences	Needs Improvement Sentences list facts rather than explain. Sentences are not descriptive in nature.	Fair Sentences contain minimal descriptions that reads like a list rather than explain the material.	Good Sentences contain descriptions that explain rather than list facts. Relevant details are given with reference to the focus.
Thesis Statement	Needs Improvement Thesis statement is neither descriptive nor focused on topic. Thesis statement is not the last sentence in paragraph. The thesis does not answer the question. The thesis is wordy and confusing.	Fair Thesis statement is somewhat descriptive and focused on topic. Thesis might or might not be the last sentence in paragraph. The thesis is not concise.	Good Thesis statement is one sentence that has a descriptive reasons and focused on topic. Thesis statement is the last sentence in the paragraph. The thesis is concise and to the point.
Conventions	Needs Improvement Paragraph contains four or more grammatical or spelling errors Transitions are not used and sentences read like a list.	Fair Paragraph contains three or fewer grammatical or spelling errors. Some transitions are used but the reader is left with some questions.	Good Paragraph contains no grammatical or spelling errors. Ideas and facts are connected through smooth transitions and the reader understands the writer's message.