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Comparative Analysis 
Comparative Analysis
Comparative Analysis
Rubric Code: Z23B786
By MarkWaller
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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Thesis Statement (5 Points)

Excellent

The thesis statement effectively summarizes the main argument of the paper and provides a clear idea and direction of the paper.
Good

The thesis statement gives a general idea and direction for the paper, but is lacking detail.
Fair

The thesis statement is not well written and is difficult to follow.
Organization (5 points)

Excellent

The essay is well organized and thought out. It includes an introduction, four or more body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Good

The essay is organized but the paragraphs do not smoothly flow from one supporting detail point to another. In fact, some points may intertwine together. It includes an introduction, four body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Fair

The essay is not very well organized. It is missing one of the following: an introduction, four body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Mechanics (5 points)

Excellent

There are no spelling or grammar errors.
Good

There are 1-5 spelling or grammar errors.
Fair

There are 6 or more spelling or grammar errors.
MLA Format (5 points)

Excellent

The paper is set up properly, including,12-point font, Times New Roman Font, and page numbers in the top right corner. Includes a heading and Title for the essay. 3-5 pages.
Good

The paper is missing one of the proper formatting items. 3-5 pages.
Fair

The paper is missing two or more of the proper formatting items—less than 3 pages.
Introduction (5 points)

Excellent

The introduction begins with a hook sentence and introduces the paper's main topic and specific points of comparison. Includes a thesis statement.
Good

The introduction includes the paper's main topics but does not discuss specific points of comparison. Consists of a Thesis statement.
Fair

The introduction has somewhat of a hook but is overall confusing. The thesis statement is confusing and unclear.
Body Paragraphs (20 Points Each)

Excellent

One paragraph provides a biographical overview of each individual—one for Gandhi & one for MLK. One paragraph discusses similarities and another discusses differences. Each paragraph begins with a topic sentence.
Good

One paragraph provides a biographical overview of the individual—one for Gandhi & one for MLK. One paragraph discusses similarities and another discusses differences.
One or more paragraphs DO NOT begin with a topic sentence.
Fair

Body paragraphs have some direction, but are somewhat confusing. The essay is missing one or more of the elements.
Conclusion (5 Points)

Excellent

Conclusion provides an excellent summary and final analysis of the main points of the paper.
Good

Conclusion provides a brief summary. There is some analysis of the main points.
Fair

The conclusion somewhat summarizes the paper but is overall confusing. There is little analysis of the main points of the paper.




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