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Novel Analysis Essay Rubric 
Novel Analysis Essay Rubric
This rubric can be used to assess and score any kind of literary analysis essay for students in grades 7-12.
Rubric Code: DXB93C8
By natsheh
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

Powered by iRubric Literary Analysis Essay
  Poor

2 pts

Fair

4 pts

Good

6 pts

Excellent

8 pts

Ideas and content

Poor

Focus on topic is not clearly defined.<BR>
• Limited or disconnected details show a lack of understanding.<BR>
• Approach is common.<BR>
* No connections or insights made in essay
Fair

Focus on topic is somewhat defined.<BR>
• Underdeveloped details show little knowledge and are too general to create a picture.<BR>
• Fresh approach to topic is attempted yet lacks support which will aid the reader’s understanding
Good

Focus on topic is clear.<BR>
• Sufficient details create a picture showing some knowledge and insight.<BR>
• Fresh approach adds to the readers understanding and some good insights are made
Excellent

Focus on topic is clear and definite<BR>
• Effective and appropriate details create a vivid picture showing knowledge and insight<BR>
• Fresh approach holds the reader’s attention; insights are relevant and useful to the reader's understanding of the topic the writer is exploring.
Organization

Poor

The writing lacks a clear sense of direction. Ideas are strung together in a loose fashion.<BR>
• Sequencing of details is not clear.<BR>
• Transitions are evident.
Fair

• The organization structure is somewhat effective but reader may be confused at times.<BR>
• Sequencing of details is limited.<BR>
• Transitions are limited.
Good

• The organizational structure is strong enough to move the reader through the essay without too much confusion.<BR>
• The title is original but does not clearly capture the central theme.<BR>
• Sequencing of details is logical.<BR>
• Transitions attempt to tie the ideas of the paper together.
Excellent

• The organization enhances the central theme or idea and allows reader to move easily through the essay.<BR>
• The title is original and captures the central theme of the essay.<BR>
• Sequence of detail is effective and logical.<BR>
• Transitions effectively tie the ideas of the paper together.
Sentence variety

Poor

Sentences contain unnecessary words that detract from the meaning.<BR>
• Sentences offer little or no variety.<BR>
• Sentences lack rhythm or pattern.
Fair

Sentences contain some unnecessary words; however, meaning is fairly clear.<BR>
• Sentences offer some variety in beginnings, length and structure.<BR>
• Sentences follow a predictable pattern
Good

Sentences contain words that are necessary for the meaning to be clear.<BR>
• Sentences vary in beginnings, length, and structure.<BR>
• Most sentences sound smooth and rhythmic.
Excellent

Sentences contain words that are relevant so the meaning is enhanced.<BR>
• Sentences vary in beginnings, length and structure.<BR>
• Sentences sound smooth and rhythmic
Writing conventions

Poor

• A minimal grasp of standard writing conventions is apparent.<BR>
• Numerous errors in conventions distract and/or confuse the reader.<BR>
*Single spaced<BR>
Use of first and second person pronouns
Fair

• A basic grasp of the standard writing conventions is apparent.<BR>
• Errors in conventions may impair readability.<BR>
*Some uses of first and second person pronouns
Good

• A strong grasp of the standard writing conventions is apparent: capitalization is correct, punctuation is smooth and enhances meaning, spelling is essentially correct, grammar and usage are generally correct.<BR>
*Mostly uses third person pronouns.
Excellent

• A strong grasp of standard writing conventions is apparent: capitalization is accurate, punctuation is smooth and enhances meaning, spelling is correct, grammar is essentially correct.<BR>
*Uses third person pronouns throughout the essay.



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