(N/A)
Contains points that are not understandable and have no relevance, topic sentence is missing, hard to follow.
20 pts
Some points are unclear or poorly organized,topic sentence is poor, missing some explanation.
35 pts
Clearly shows a well organized main point with all four parts of a paragraph
50 pts
There are 5 spelling, usage, or grammar errors. (-1 PER ERROR)
5 pts
There are a few obvious, glaring errors. (-1 PER ERROR)
7 pts
There are no errors throughout the entire paper.
10 pts
(maximum -10)
Much of the content strays from the main topic or the thesis statement is missing altogether.
On topic, but does not match up with the body of the paper.
15 pts
Paper clearly sticks to a a well stated, simple, all encompassing topic sentence.
Too much of the proper format is missing or poorly done.
Close to proper format, but missing elements.
At least 100 words, double spaced, 12 pt Times New Roman font, and title all correct.