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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
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8
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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.
Subjects:
English
Types:
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