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Compare and Contrast Essay Rubric 
Rubric Code: ZC337W
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
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5 pts


7 pts


8 pts


10 pts

Introduction

5

Introduction omits the thesis statement and does not use a hook.
7

Introduction generally indicates the thesis, but is incomplete. Hook is not evident. Only two sentences in introductory paragraph.
8

Introduction clearly states the thesis but hook is not evident. Introductory paragraph is too brief.
10

Clearly states the thesis and accurately created a hook and other background sentences.
Organization

5

Essay is disorganized with no or few transitions.
7

Some sections are organized, but information is just listed. Examples and details have not been expanded.
Transitions are barely used. Details are confusing or not in a logical order.
8

Organization generally follows Point by Point Writing method and similarities and differences are clear to the reader. An attempt to use transitions is evident.
10

Organization is clear and logical. Follows Point by Point Writing method. Examples and details are fully explained. Logical transitions are used.
Word choice

5

Words are inappropriate or do not fit the essay.
7

Few appropriate words are used and it is difficult to identify points of comparison and contrast.
8

Some appropriate words are used to help identify points of comparison and contrast.
10

Well chosen words and phrases clearly show comparison and contrast.
Conclusion

5

Essay ends abruptly or conclusion lacks restatement of thesis.
7

Conclusion repeats the same thesis statement from the introduction.
8

Conclusion restates but does not expand on the main idea.
10

Conclusion clearly restates and expands on the main idea. Leaves reader with a good impression. Utilizes one of the six conclusion types discussed in class.
Mechanics

5

Spelling, punctuation, MLA formatting, and capitalization are confusing, more than 10 errors.
7

Spelling, punctuation, MLA formatting, and capitalization contains 4 - 7 errors.
8

Spelling, punctuation, MLA formatting, and capitalization contains 1 - 3 errors.
10

Spelling, punctuation, MLA formatting, and capitalization contains no errors.




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