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Compare and Contrast Essay with Graphic Organizer 
Used to grade Graphic Organizers and Compare Contrast Three Paragraph Essay
Rubric Code: A7W4X7
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Not Proficient

6 pts

Partially Proficient

7 pts

Proficient

8 pts

Advanced Proficient

10 pts

Graphic Organizer
10 %

Not Proficient

Graphic Organizer is not complete. No effort put forth to write down needed information.
Partially Proficient

Graphic Organizer not complete. Effort put forth, but more than 1/4 of the organizer missing information.
Proficient

Graphic Organizer complete, but missing some information. Messy and disorganized.
Advanced Proficient

Graphic Organizer complete, neat and organized.
Proof Reading and Corrections
10 %

Not Proficient

Did not take the time to proofread and make corrections.
Partially Proficient

Took the time to proof read, but still many errors. Possibly did not have someone else proof read and help with corrections.
Proficient

Proof read, by more than one person. Corrections were made, only a few minor mistakes found.
Advanced Proficient

Proof read, by more than one person. Corrections were made and was proof perfect!
Introduction
10 %

Not Proficient

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

Introduction omits thesis statement but uses a hook. Only two sentences in introductory paragraph
Proficient

Introduction generally indicates the thesis, but is incomplete. Hook is used. Only two sentences in introductory paragraph
Advanced Proficient

Clearly states the thesis and accurately created using a hook and other sentences
Number of differences
10 %

Not Proficient

Essay does not compare or contrast the subjects.
Partially Proficient

Essay discusses only one similarity or difference.
Proficient

Essay discusses two similarities or differences.
Advanced Proficient

Essay discusses more than two similarities or differences.
Organization
10 %

Not Proficient

Essay is disorganized with no clear order.
Partially Proficient

Some sections are organized, but information. is just listed
Proficient

Organization generally follows block method, some attempt at not just listing information.
Advanced Proficient

Organization is clear and logical. Follows block method. Points of comparison and contrast are fully explained.
Word choice
10 %

Not Proficient

Words are inappropriate or do not fit the essay.
Partially Proficient

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

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

Well chosen words and phrases clearly show comparison and contrast.
Details and Examples
10 %

Not Proficient

Details and examples are missing.
Partially Proficient

General statements unsupported, some details and examples are inappropriate.
Proficient

Details and examples support most of the statements.
Advanced Proficient

Appropriate details and examples support every statement.
Conclusion
10 %

Not Proficient

Essay ends abruptly or conclusion lacks restatement of thesis.
Partially Proficient

Conclusion repeats the same thesis statement from the introduction
Proficient

Conclusion restates but does not expand on the main idea.
Advanced Proficient

Conclusion clearly restates and expands on the main idea. Leaves reader with a good impression.
Mechanics
10 %

Not Proficient

Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization are confusing, more than 10 errors.
Partially Proficient

Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization contains 7 - 10 errors.
Proficient

Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization contains 4 - 7 errors.
Advanced Proficient

Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization contains 0 - 3 error.
Presentation
10 %

Not Proficient

-Presentation on on required materials and/or submitted late; pieces/items falling or hanging off.
-Significance of comparisons/contrasts is thoroughly explained in 0-1 minute.
-Voice was too soft or could not be heard by all; poem or information too hard to understand
Partially Proficient

-Poster board is damaged, poorly presented; some items possibly falling off; submitted later than due date.
-Significance of comparisons/contrasts is thoroughly explained in 0-1 minutes.
-Voice is acceptable; many gaps in flow of poem or information or times voice could not be understood by all.
Proficient

-Poster is correct size, clean and neatly displayed; no items falling off; submitted on time.
-Significance of comparisons/contrasts is thoroughly explained in 1-2 minutes.
-Voice is good with minimal gaps in flow of poetry or information.
Advanced Proficient

-Poster is of exceptional quality and presentation; nothing hanging or falling off; submitted on time.
-Significance of comparisons/contrasts is thoroughly explained in 2-3 minutes.
-Voice is loud and clear; poem or information is easy to understand




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