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Expository Essay w/NF text elements 
Expository Essay w/NF text elements
I can write an expository (descriptive) piece of writing that has a clear topic sentence. I can write an expository(descriptive) piece of writing that has clear details that support my topic sentence. I can write an expository(descriptive) piece of writing with sentences that are in a logical order. I can write a conclusion that restates my topic and ties the details together.
Rubric Code: DX87B3A
By jgamble
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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Topic Sentence

1

Topic Sentence is not present or is unclear.
2

Topic Sentence is present but does not restate the topic.
3

Topic Sentence is present and clearly written.
4

Topic Sentence uses rich vocabulary in stating the topic.
preview what is to follow in intro

1

There is no preview of what the reader should expect in the body of the essay.
2

Some previewing is evident but the information is not clear regarding the focus of the essay.
3

There are at least 2 ideas previewed in the introduction that sets the expectation for the essay.
4

The introduction clearly has a thesis statement and contains at least 3 ideas to be discussed in the essay.
organized ideas

1

The supporting sentences within the paragraph as a whole are not developed in a logical order.
2

There is an attempt to put the sentences in a logical order, but some of the paragraph may be presented in an order readers may find confusing.
3

Most of the sentences are presented in a logical order, and readers should have little trouble following the supporting details.
4

The sentences are developed in a logical order appropriate to the writer's purpose and readers needs using smooth transitions from topic to details and examples.
Developed Topic

1

Each idea does not contain enough descriptive details, quotations and examples.
2

There is an attempt to develop each idea with one descriptive detail and no evidence of dialogues using quotation marks.
3

Each idea contains limited dialogue and descriptive details. that somewhat help the reader understand the author's experience.

4

The topic is developed with rich descriptive details and dialogue in each paragraph that clearly allows the reader to understand the author's experience or point of view.
Conclusion

1

The conclusion does not clearly:

1. signal the end of the essay.
2. restate the thesis
3. Remind the reader of the big ideas
4. Prompt the reader to continue to think about the essay when finished.
2

The conclusion contains 1 to 2 of the summary strategies.
3

The conclusion contains 2 to 3 of the summary strategies.
4

The conclusion contains all 4 of the summary strategies.
Grammar and Mechanics

1

The paragraph contains 6 or more errors in usage, spelling and mechanics most of which are distracting to the reader.
2

The paragraph contains 3 to 5 errors in usage, spelling and mechanics, some of which are distracting to the reader.
3

The paragraph contains 1 or 2 errors in usage, spelling and mechanics, but they are not distracting to the reader.
4

The paragraph contains no more than two errors. There is nothing in the spelling, usage or mechanics that is distracting to the reader.




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