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5 paragraph essay
Rubric Code:
F75WA
By
agarton
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
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5-paragraph essay
Proficient
3 pts
Expanding
2 pts
Developing
1 pts
Inadequate
0 pts
Introduction
Proficient
The introduction contains the thesis statement. Strategies to create reader interest are included. No "I" statements are included.
Expanding
The introduction contains the thesis statement However, there are minor structural and/or content problems.
Developing
The introduction is unclear but has been attempted. There is evidence of the attempt to include a thesis statement. However, major structural and/or content problems exist.
Inadequate
Several elements required for a good introduction are not present. The direction of the essay is unclear.
Thesis statement
Proficient
The thesis statement is contained within one sentence. Parallel construction is used. The 3 main points are listed in order. No "I" statements are included.
Expanding
The thesis statement is good. However, there are minor structural and/or content problems.
Developing
There is a clear attempt at a thesis statement. However, there are major structural and/or content problems.
Inadequate
There is no evidence of a thesis statement within the introductory paragraph.
Topic sentences
Proficient
The topic sentences clearly correspond to the thesis statement. The topic sentences clearly introduce the main points that are included within the paragraph. "I" statements are not included.
Expanding
The topic sentences correspond with the thesis statement and introduce the main points included in the paragraph. However, there are minor structural and/or content problems.
Developing
Topic sentences have been attempted. However, there are major structural and/or content problems. There may be problems with the topic sentences' connecting with the thesis statement.
Inadequate
There is no clear evidence of topic sentences included in the paragraphs.
Statement sentences
Proficient
Statement sentences clearly correspond to the main points of the topic sentences of the paragraphs in the same order as presented in the topic sentences.
Expanding
The statement sentences connect to the topic sentences; however, there are minor structural and/or content problems.
Developing
The statement sentences have been attempted; however, there are major structural and/or content problems.
Inadequate
There is no clear evidence of statement sentences in most or all of the paragraphs.
Proof sentences
Proficient
Details and points contained in the proof sentences clearly support the statement sentences. Facts, figures, examples, quotes, statements from reading, etc. that support the points are included.
Expanding
There are minor structural and/or content problems pertaining to the proof sentences.
Developing
There are major structural and/or content problems pertaining to the proof sentences.
Inadequate
There are no proof sentences and/or the proof sentences in the paragraphs do not connect with the statement sentences and/or the topic sentences.
Summary sentences
Proficient
The summary sentences are clear, and concise. They restate the topic sentences in a new way and support the thesis statement.
Expanding
There are summary sentences present. However, there are minor structural and/or content problems.
Developing
There are major structural and/or content problems pertaining to the summary sentences.
Inadequate
There is no evidence of summary sentences in the body paragraphs.
Conclusion
Proficient
The concluding paragraph is concise. Evidence of a conclusion strategy in present. The thesis statement is restated in a new way.
Expanding
There is clearly a conclusion present in the essay. However, there are minor structural and/or content problems.
Developing
There is clear evidence of an attempt at a conclusion. However, there are major structural and/or content problems. New arguments may have been introduced.
Inadequate
There is no clear evidence of bringing the essay to a close in the final paragraph. There are major structural and/or content problems.
Paraphrase
Proficient
Information from reading, if not directly quoted, has been effectively paraphrased or summarized (faithful to the ideas of the author but completely in your own words and utilizing different sentence structures than those of the author). Paraphrases and summaries, just as with direct quotes from the reading, are followed by a parenthetical citation.
Expanding
There is some evidence of paraphrase or summary
Developing
There is little evidence of paraphrase or summary.
Inadequate
There is no evidence of effective paraphrase or summary of material from reading. The information has been copied word-for-word, and is therefore considered plagiarism. This essay cannot be given a grade.
Citations
Proficient
Information and sources are cited properly within the essay as well as in the works cited page.
Expanding
There are a few errors in the citation of information and/or sources.
Developing
There are several errors in the citation of information and/or sources.
Inadequate
No attempt is made to cite information and/or sources.
Sentence variety
Proficient
A variety of sentence structures (openers, dress-ups, etc.) is used throughout the essay.
Expanding
A variety of sentence structures (openers, dress-ups, etc.) is often used in the essay.
Developing
A variety of sentence structures (openers, dress-ups, etc.) is occasionally used in the essay.
Inadequate
A variety of sentence structures (openers, dress-ups, etc.) is rarely used in the essay.
Sentence fragments and run-ons
Proficient
There are no sentence fragments or run-on sentences found within the essay.
Expanding
There are a few sentence fragments and/or run-on sentences found within the essay.
Developing
There are several sentence fragments and/or run-on sentences found within the essay.
Inadequate
Sentence fragments and/or run-on sentences are a problem throughout the essay.
Strong verbs
Proficient
Strong verbs that vividly describe an action and/or evoke a powerful image or feeling are appropriately used throughout the essay.
Expanding
Strong verbs that vividly describe an action and/or evoke a powerful image or feeling are often used in the essay.
Developing
Strong verbs that vividly describe an action and/or evoke a powerful image or feeling are occasionally used in the essay.
Inadequate
Strong verbs that vividly describe an action and/or evoke a powerful image or feeling are rarely used in the essay.
Verb tense
Proficient
The correct verb tense is used throughout the essay.
Expanding
There are a few problems with using the correct verb tense within the essay.
Developing
There are several problems with using the correct verb tense within the essay.
Inadequate
Problems with using the correct verb tense are found throughout the essay.
Point-of-view
Proficient
The correct point-of-view is used throughout the essay.
Expanding
There are a few problems with using the correct point-of-view within the essay.
Developing
There are several problems with using the correct point-of-view within the essay.
Inadequate
Problems with using the correct point-of-view are found throughout the essay.
Grammar and usage
Proficient
There are no other grammar/usage issues (including subject/verb agreement, clear pronoun antecedents, etc.) found in the essay.
Expanding
There are a few other grammar/usage issues (including subject/verb agreement, clear pronoun antecedents, etc.) found in the essay.
Developing
There are a number of other grammar/usage issues (including subject/verb agreement, clear pronoun antecedents, etc.) found in the essay.
Inadequate
There are other grammar/usage issues (including subject/verb agreement, clear pronoun antecedents, etc.) found throughout the essay.
Capitalization and punctuation
Proficient
There are no capitalization or punctuation errors found in the essay.
Expanding
A few capitalization and/or punctuation errors are found in the essay.
Developing
A number of capitalization and/or punctuation errors are found in the essay.
Inadequate
Capitalization and/or puctuation errors are found throughout the essay.
Spelling
Proficient
There are no spelling errors found in the essay.
Expanding
There are a few spelling errors found in the essay.
Developing
There are a number of spelling errors found in the essay.
Inadequate
Spelling problems occur throughout the essay.
Formatting
Proficient
Paper adheres to MLA-style formatting rules, including 1-inch margins, 12-pt type, Times New Roman font, double-spacing, and the employment of a running header.
Expanding
Most of the formatting rules have been followed, while some have not.
Developing
Some formatting rules have been followed, while others have not
Inadequate
No attempt at formatting is in evidence.
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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