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Definition Paragraph Writing 
Definition Paragraph
A definition paragraph explains an idea, object, or word in a way that the reader understands its meaning. Definitions can be objective, subjective, or a combination of both.
Rubric Code: G59B66
By holliev40
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Excellent

4 pts

Good

2 pts

Developing

3 pts

Needs Attention

1 pts

Topic Sentence

Excellent

Clearly states the topic being defined and the purpose. Well-developed and creative.
Good

States what is being defined but does not state the purpose.
Developing

States the term.
Needs Attention

Does not state what is being defined.
Details/Examples

Excellent

Details in the paragraph are concrete and specific, and they define the term with unique characteristics. There are enough details, and they relate to the topic sentence. Definition is expanded using examples
Good

There are details, but they are either not concrete and specific, or there are not enough of them to adequately define the term.
Developing

Details are concrete and specific, but lack clarity. Some irrelevant details or ideas.
Needs Attention

No details, or they are not related to the topic sentence.
Organization/Structure

Excellent

The details are in a clear, effective order, and they define the term in concrete terms with unique characteristics. Transitions are appropriate and add to the effectiveness of the paragraph.
Good

There is some order but does not clearly define the term in concrete terms. Some use of effective transitions to guide the reader
Developing

Some details use concrete terms. Some transitions are present but do not add to the overall effectiveness of the paragraph.
Needs Attention

No organization. Details are either missing or not in any clear order. Transitions are either missing or inappropriate.
Concluding Sentence

Excellent

Contains a well-developed, interesting concluding statement.
Good

Contains an adequate concluding sentence.
Developing

Contains a concluding sentence, but it might not be clear or effective.
Needs Attention

No conluding sentence.
Mechanics

Excellent

No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure.
Good

A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph.
Developing

A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that, while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned. Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety.
Needs Attention

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences.



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