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Definition Essay
Definition Essay
Rubric Code:
H55AA6
By
OldTimer
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
Undergraduate
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Essay
Exemplary
5 pts
Good
4 pts
Satisfactory
3 pts
Unsatisfactory
2 pts
Intro/Conclusion
Exemplary
Very well developed thesis - engaging and creates interest. Topic being defined clearly stated by including a category for the term and characteristics that show how the term is unique in the category.
Good
Thesis creates interest and is fairly well developed, but it is not very engaging or creative.
Satisfactory
Thesis states what is being defined but it does not include a clear category or the the characteristics do not denote the uniqueness of the term.
Unsatisfactory
The thesis does not state what is being defined or there is no category or unique defining characteristics included in the sentence. There is no conclusion.
Conclusion/intro
Exemplary
The conclusion summarized the content of the thesis in a creative & interesting fashion.
Good
The conclusion is fairly well developed, but does not adequately restate the thesis
Satisfactory
The conclusion too closely mirrors the construction of the thesis.
Unsatisfactory
No concluding sentence is present.
Details/Examples
Exemplary
Details in the paragraph are concrete and specific - term is defined with unique characteristics. There are enough details, and they relate to the topic sentence.
Good
Details are concrete and specific, but they are not engaging and interesting. They lack creativity and clarity.
Satisfactory
There are details, but they are either not concrete and specific, or there are not enough of them to adequately define the term.
Unsatisfactory
Details are either wrong or lacking, or they are not related to the topic sentence.
Organization/Structure
Exemplary
The details are in a clear, effective order, and they define the term in concrete terms with unique characteristics that are not overlapped and repeated.
Good
The details are in a clear. effective order and they define the term, but they are not very interesting or engaging.
Satisfactory
The details are in a discernible order, but there are not enough to clearly define the term in a concrete manner with unique characteristics.
Unsatisfactory
No discernible organization. Details are either missing or not in any discernible order.
Style: sentence flow, tone, and
Exemplary
Writing is smooth, skillfull, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Transitions are appropriate and effective.
Good
Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. Word choice is appropriate with fairly good use of transitions to guide the reader. Almost no run-on sentences/fragments.
Satisfactory
Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. While transitions are present they do not add to the overall effectiveness of the paragraph. Many run-ons and/or fragments.
Unsatisfactory
Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains many fragments and/or run-on sentences.Transitions are either missing or inappropriate.
Mechanics /Formatting
Exemplary
No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization. Handwriting is outstanding and paper is written in ink. MLA standards and outline form are complete and correct.
Good
A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but overall meaning and effectiveness still clear. Handwriting is fairly easy to read and written in ink. Outline has a few errors or MLA formatting is weak
Satisfactory
A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization- the meaning and intent of the paragraph still discernable. Legibility affects understanding.
Numerous outline errors and MLA format is attempted.
Unsatisfactory
Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.
Handwriting mostly illegible. Incorrect outline and MLA format is not apparent.
Score x 5___________
Keywords:
Definition Paragraph, rubric, writing components
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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