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Expository/Descriptive Paragraph Expository/Descriptive Paragraph I can write an expository (descriptive) piece of writing that has a clear topic sentence. I can write an expository(descriptive) piece of writing that has clear details that support my topic sentence. I can write an expository(descriptive) piece of writing with sentences that are in a logical order. I can write a conclusion that restates my topic and ties the details together. Rubric Code: GX4AA84 By bniebuhr Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Expository/Descriptive Writing
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Topic Sentence	1 Topic Sentence is not present or is unclear.	2 Topic Sentence is present but does not restate the topic.	3 Topic Sentence is present and clearly written.	4 Topic Sentence uses rich vocabulary in stating the topic.
Supporting details	1 The details do not support the main idea.	2 Some of the details support the main idea, but there are some that do not.	3 Each detail supports the main idea but there are no follow up sentences.	4 Each detail uses rich vocabulary to support, or tell more about the topic. Follow up sentences stay on topic providing examples and support.
Logical order	1 The supporting sentences within the paragraph as a whole are not developed in a logical order.	2 There is an attempt to put the sentences in a logical order, but some of the paragraph may be presented in an order readers may find confusing.	3 Most of the sentences are presented in a logical order, and readers should have little trouble following the supporting details.	4 The sentences are developed in a logical order appropriate to the writer's purpose and readers needs using smooth transitions from topic to details and examples.
Conclusion	1 There is no conclusion. The paragraph just ends without summing up, or restating the topic. It doesn't tie the the details together.	2 There is an attempt at a conclusion, but it doesn't restate the topic, or tie the details together.	3 The conclusion sums up the topic, by restating it, but it does tie the details together.	4 The conclusions does an excellent job of summing up, or restating the topic and tieing the details together.
Grammar and Mechanics	1 The paragraph contains 6 or more errors in usage, spelling and mechanics most of which are distracting to the reader.	2 The paragraph contains 3 to 5 errors in usage, spelling and mechanics, some of which are distracting to the reader.	3 The paragraph contains 1 or 2 errors in usage, spelling and mechanics, but they are not distracting to the reader.	4 The paragraph contains no more than two errors. There is nothing in the spelling, usage or mechanics that is distracting to the reader.