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Timed Essay writing 
Essay writing
The six components below are the basis for good essay writing.
Rubric Code: H63XA
By karmacarder
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
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Ideas

1

I had NO information on this topic. I have no main idea/thesis that is clear and understood.
2

I wrote about a topic in which I was unprepared. I am unfocused and tend to go off topic. My examples do not always support my ideas, or my ideas/thesis is unclear.
3

I somewhat know the topic. I go off topic in some parts. I have a few examples. I don't have a strong support of ideas/thesis.
4

I have some knowledge of the topic and try to stay on topic most of the time. There are some examples and details to support ideas/thesis.
5

I like this topic, and it shows. I am clear and concise and use good detail to support my ideas/thesis.
6

I know this topic well enough to grab the reader's interest and keep him/her reading. I have a very clear thesis and supportive examples. My writing is insightful and a joy to read. It has a "wow" factor!
Organization

1

This essay is incomplete. There is a lack of idea/thesis. No clear lead and/or conclusion. This essay is just unfinished and cannot be followed.
2

This essay needs some major revision. I have no lead or conclusion that grabs the reader's interest. I have no transitions and it is hard to follow.
3

Some organization of ideas is out of order. Some revising should be done to make this writing more cohesive. I need to use more effective transitions and clearer topic sentences.
4

I have the basic structure with topic sentences that are OK. I use some transitions. Introduction and conclusion are decent.
5

My structure is clear and concise. I have good topic sentences, use of transitions, and a conclusion that wraps up my ideas.
6

I have a lead that keeps the reader interested. I have a clear structure that leads you from introduction, bodies, and conclusion with transitions and insightful topic sentences.
Voice

1

I am not "at home" in this paper. I can't hear myself. I couldn't get excited about the topic. I didn't think about my audience. Voice is missing.
2

I am hiding behind the words. It's not me yet. My voice is very faint and hard to hear.
3

My voice comes out here and there. You may not be able to tell it's me. I wasn't always thinking of the audience. My voice is quiet and reserved.
4

This writing shows a few parts that show "me." My voice might fade here and there. I usually reach out to the audience. This paper is sincere.
5

This is original and distinctive. The voice goes with the topic and reaches out to the audience. The paper is lively and expressive. It has energy.
6

This writing shows my individual flair. No one else could have written this. I am passionate about his topic, and I want you to LOVE this topic.
Word Choice

1

There is no variety of vocabulary. The word usage is repetitive and ineffective.
2

There is a lack of good vocabulary to establish voice. Wordiness or flat language makes the message unclear. These words do not paint a clear picture.
3

Vocabulary is very basic; you'll get the general idea.Not enough vivd words (verbs, adjectives) to make the message clear. Wordy passages take away from my main idea.
4

My writing is clear, and I use words correctly. I have some strong words/phrases. I have a few vague words and parts are wordy, but it makes sense. I need stronger verbs.
5

I use vocabulary effectively. I keep it concise and clear. I use strong verbs/adjectives to build the image in the reader's mind.
6

I found creative ways to use everyday words. I used a great variety of verbs to establish imagery (sight, sound, smell, touch)in my writing. Every word carries its own weight.
Sentence Fluency

1

My writing cannot be followed even by me. I cannot tell where sentences start and stop. There is a lack of proper sentence structure. This needs to be re-written!
2

My writing is hard to follow. Sentence structure has no flow. There are run-ons and fragments throughout, which affect comprehension.
3

My writing is choppy but comprehensible. It's smooth here and there. Too much repetitive sentence structure and openings. Fragments are not used effectively.
4

My writing sounds natural, and it's easy to read. There is some variety of sentence style and length. Some fragments but mostly used effectively.
5

My writing shows expression with a rhythm and flow. I use a variety of sentence structure that enhances my writing. Fragments may have been used but effectively.
6

I show enthusiasm in passion in my writing. You can tell that I wrote it with my thoughts and feelings, which resonate throughout the writing. I use a great variety of sentence styles.
Conventions

1

There are so many errors it's almost impossible to read this. This needs work.
2

The errors make this difficult to read. There are many errors even on basic conventions. This still needs to be seriously edited.
3

This many errors could slow a reader down. I edited too quickly. My paper shows problems even with basic conventions (i.e. easy spelling).
4

There are noticeable, minor errors. My message is still clear. This paper shows control over basic conventions (i.e. capitalization).
5

I have some minor errors, but they do not affect the flow of ideas. I edited this paper, and it shows that I know many different conventions (i.e. use of semicolons).
6

Very few (minor) errors if any. This paper is carefully edited and conventions bring meaning and voice. This paper shows a wide range of conventions.




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