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Narrative Paragraph Writing
Narrative Paragraph Writing
A narrative paragraph tells a story. A narrative paragraph uses time order therefore, time order transitions must be used.
Rubric Code:
ECW66B
By
lfalzon
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
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Paragraph Writing - Narrative
Excellent
4 pts
Good
3 pts
Developing
2 pts
Needs attention
1 pts
Topic Sentence
Excellent
The topic sentence is the first or last sentence in the paragraph, and contains a clear statement of the writer's purpose and significance of the events. Clear and concise.
Good
The topic sentence is the first or last sentence, and gives some clarity of the overall purpose and significance.
Developing
The topic sentence is not the first or last sentence, little evidence of a relevant purpose or significance.
Needs attention
There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Support/Details
Excellent
Topic is supported by specific and relevant details. A strong hook grabs the reader's attention. The writer clearly describes the who, when, where, why and how.
Good
Topic is supported by a few specific and relevant details. An adequate hook begins the story. The writer describes some but not all the who, when, where, why and how.
Developing
Topic is supported by general statements. The writer begins with a question. The writer generally or briefly describes some of the who, when, where, why and how.
Needs attention
There is a slight attempt at support. There is ho hook. The writer does not the who, when, where, why and how.
Time Order (chronology)
Excellent
Paragraph has good organization. Events are time ordered, sharp sense of beginning and end. Correct time order transition words or phrases are used. Writer uses verb tense to effectively.
Good
Paragraph is organized, events somewhat jump around. Some time order transition words/phrases are used. Writer uses verb tense adequately.
Developing
Paragraph has some organization, events jump around, start and end are unclear. Time order transition words/phrases are not always evident. Writer uses some verb tense.
Needs attention
Paragraph is not organized, events make no sense. No use of time order transition words/phrases. Verb tense is incorrect.
Conventions
Excellent
Writing deomstrates understanding of proper grammar and use of punctuation throughout. No spelling errors.
Good
Writing contains one or two consistent grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Most words are spelled correctly.
Developing
Many sentences are characterized by grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Numerous simple spelling errors.
Needs attention
Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. The number of spelling errors significantly detracts from the readability of the paragraph.
Keywords:
paragraph, general, first writing
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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