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Cause & Effect Essay
Cause & Effect Paper
Cause & Effect essay
Rubric Code:
E437WX
By
Jorele
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate
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Criteria
100 %
Above Average
(N/A)
Average
(N/A)
Below Average
(N/A)
Hook
10 pts
Above Average
The introduction contains a strong, attention-grabbing opening statement.
Average
Opening statement is present, but not "attention-grabbing".
Below Average
Hook falls short or is not present
Thesis Statement
10 pts
Above Average
The thesis statement clearly identifies the topic of the essay and outlines the specific main points to be discussed.
The thesis statement is placed correctly.
Average
The thesis statement presents the topic of the essay, and generally outlines of the points without addressing the specifics
The thesis statement is placed correctly.
Below Average
The thesis statement is not clear, or one was not included.
Support
20 pts
Above Average
The writer provided thoroughly sufficient details and examples to support the cause and effect of the topic, which are documented as factual (not merely the writer's opinion).
Average
The writer provided some details and examples to support the cause and effect of the topic, which are documented as factual (not merely the writer's opinion).
Below Average
The writer did not provide enough details and examples to support the cause and effect of the topic. Those that were presented may have not been adequately documented.
Conclusion
10 pts
Above Average
Average
Below Average
Logical Flow
20 pts
Above Average
Details are placed in a logical order;presentation effectively keeps the interest of the reader.
A variety of thoughtful transitions are used. They clearly show how the ideas are connected.
Average
Most details are placed in a logical order, and the way they are presented effectively keeps the interest of the reader.
Some transitions work well; but connections between other ideas are unclear.
Below Average
Some details may not be in a logical order or expected order, and this distracts the reader.There is little sense that the writing is organized.
The transitions between ideas are unclear or nonexistant.
Voice
10 pts
Above Average
The writer seems to be writing from knowledge or experience. The author shows ownership and conviction regarding the ideas presented.
Average
The writer seems to be writing from some experience but lacks passion regarding the issue.
Below Average
The writer relates some knowledge but adds little to the topic discussed.
Conventions
10 pts
Above Average
Little to no errors present in spelling, punctuation, grammar or capitalization.
Average
Minimal errors present in spelling, punctuation, grammar and/or capitalization.
Below Average
Many distracting errors present in spelling, punctuation, grammar and/or capitalization.
Word Choice
10 pts
Above Average
The writer demonstrates proper use of vocabulary that adds to the quality of writing and enhances the overall meaning of the topic.
Average
The writer utilizes adequate vocabulary choices, although words are occasionally either misused or out-of-place.
Below Average
Word choice is generally unremarkable, misused or out-of-place.
Keywords:
Cause Effect Research Paper
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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