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Basic Essay 
This is a rubric that can be used for a basic 5+ paragraph essay.
Rubric Code: HB765B
By story429
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Exemplary

10 pts

Proficient

8 pts

Developing

7 pts

Unsatisfactory

6 pts

Introduction

Exemplary

The introduction is
inviting, states the
main topic, and
previews the structure
of the paper.
Proficient

The introduction
clearly states the
main topic and
previews the structure
of the paper, but it is
not particularly
inviting to the reader.
Developing

The introduction
states the main topic,
but does not
adequately preview
the structure of the
paper nor is it
particularly inviting
to the reader.
Unsatisfactory

There is no clear
introduction of the
main topic or
structure of the paper.
Body Paragraphs/TISE strategy

Exemplary

Specific, clear topic sentences. A context is developed for key information and ideas. All support is adeptly introduced. Support is relevant and thoroughly described. Thorough explanation of the significance of the information.
Proficient

Topic sentences are somewhat vague. Context is not thoroughly developed for a good understanding of the information. Support is introduced. Support is adequate but not always the best. Explanations are evident but sometimes weak.
Developing

Topic sentences are very vague and general. Little to no context is developed. Support is not introduced; it is just given. Support is not the best. Little to no explanation of the significance of the information or how it relates to the thesis.
Unsatisfactory

Topic sentences are missing. No context is developed. Information is not introduced. Support is minimal. No explanations of the information.
Conclusion

Exemplary

Thesis restatement is creatively restated using different words. The reader is left with a lasting impression emphasizing the importance of the information. The reader is engaged and challenged. The information is made relevant to the reader.
Proficient

Thesis statement is restated in a mundane way. Lasting impression is not very engaging or interesting. The reader is not challenged. The information is not made relevant for the reader.
Developing

Thesis statement is copied. The reader is not challenged to consider the information, but there is an attempt to leave the reader with a lasting impression.
Unsatisfactory

Thesis statement is not restated. There is no lasting impression. The information is not made relevant for the reader.
Sentence Fluencey

Exemplary

All sentences sound natural and are easy to understand. There are a variety of sentences used.
Proficient

Almost all sentences
sound natural and are
easy-on-the-ear when
read aloud, but 1 or 2
are awkward or
difficult to
understand.
Developing

Most sentences sound natural but several awkward or difficult to understand.
Unsatisfactory

The sentences are
difficult to read aloud
because they sound
awkward, are
distractingly
repetitive, or difficult
to understand.
Mechanics

Exemplary

No mistakes in spelling or grammar. Flawless!
Proficient

There are 1-2 mistakes in spelling, capitalization, fragments, run-ons, or comma-splices.
Developing

There are 3-4 mistakes in spelling, capitalization, fragments, run-ons, or comma-splices.
Unsatisfactory

There are 5 or more mistakes in spelling, capitalization, fragments, run-ons, or comma-splices.
MLA Formatting

Exemplary

Flawless. No Mistakes
Proficient

Only 1 mistake.
Developing

2-3 mistakes.
Unsatisfactory

4 or more mistakes.




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