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Analysis Essay (Frosh 2015)

Students examine the character traits portrayed by Mme. Loisel in "Maupassant's "The Necklace."

Rubric Code: YX3CXBB

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 9-12

Expository Writing
	Meets/Exceeds Standards (N/A)	Almost Meets Standards (N/A)	Falls Short of Standards (N/A)
Introduction	Meets/Exceeds Standards The essay begins with a focused topic sentence that includes the title, author, and topic.	Almost Meets Standards The topic sentence lacks necessary components or focus.	Falls Short of Standards The topic sentence lacks necessary components or focus.
Content	Meets/Exceeds Standards The paragraphs contain focused main ideas; supporting details include convincing paraphrased/quoted evidence that illustrate the different character traits; ideas flow nicely due to relevant transitions.	Almost Meets Standards The paragraphs need more focus/flow; supporting details are apparent but lack adequate description and/or textual evidence of the character trait ; flow is affected due to lack of transitions.	Falls Short of Standards The body paragraphs lack effective supporting details and transitions.
Proofreading	Meets/Exceeds Standards The paper is properly formatted; it is apparent that the writer carefully proofread for spelling, mechanics, grammar, and word choice.	Almost Meets Standards Formatting errors are apparent; paper's contents could have been proofread more carefully.	Falls Short of Standards The paper contains many proofreading errors.