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Character Trait Writing Assignment
Character Trait Writing Assignment
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn - After reading about the traits that Francie inherits from the Rommley & Nolan sides of her family - and the characteristics that are solely her own - students craft an essay identifying 2 of their own inherited traits, as well as one characteristic that applies uniquely to them.
Rubric Code:
J6X62B
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donnacopp
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12, Undergraduate
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Character Traits
Five paragraph essay on the charcater traits.
Fully Developed
4 pts
Moderately Developed
3 pts
Developing
2 pts
Undeveloped
1 pts
Introductory Paragrah
Fully Developed
In a fully developed paragraph, introduces self and/or family in an interesting and unique way. Three personality traits are identified, and not yet described, in a clearly written thesis statement.
Moderately Developed
In a moderately well-developed paragraph, introduces self and/or family in an interesting way. Three personality traits are identified in a thesis statement and not described in this paragraph.
Developing
Introduces self and/or family. Three personal character traits are identified, but are not organized in a clearly written thesis statement. Traits may be described. Paragraph may be undeveloped.
Undeveloped
Does not introduce self and/or family. Three character traits are not identified. There is no clear thesis statement. Traits named are immediately described. Paragraph is undeveloped.
Body Paragraphs
Fully Developed
Includes 3 fully developed body paragraphs, each with a topic sentence identifying a distinct trait. All provide engaging descriptions, supporting evidence, and smooth transitions.
Moderately Developed
Includes 3 developed body paragraphs, each with a topic sentence identifying a distinct trait. All provide clear descriptions, supporting evidence, and smooth transitions.
Developing
Includes 1 or 2 developing body paragraphs, each identifying a distinct trait. Some descriptions and supporting evidence are provided. Lacks smooth transitions.
Undeveloped
Includes 1 or 2 undeveloped body paragraphs. Is unsuccessful in identifying distinct traits. Little description or supporting evidence is provided. Lacks transitions.
Concluding Paragraph
Fully Developed
Paragraph sums up the student's three identifying characteristics in a unique, creative, and engaging way. Student thoughtfully addresses the possible future impact of the traits.
Moderately Developed
Paragraph sums up the student's three identifying characteristics in an interesting way. Student addresses the possible future impact of the traits.
Developing
Paragraph illustrates an attempt to sum up the student's three identifying traits. Student attempts to address the possible future impact of the traits.
Undeveloped
Paragraph does not illustrate an attempt to sum up the student's three identifying traits. No attempt is made to address the possible future impact of the traits.
Peer Editing
Fully Developed
The completed assignment has been peer edited by :<BR>
__________________<BR>
Name must be included.
Moderately Developed
Developing
Undeveloped
The completed assignment has not been peer edited.
Seventh Grade Givens
Fully Developed
Paper is free of spelling, capitalization, sentence structure, and grammar errors. "Five star" sentences are evident throughout the entire paper.
Moderately Developed
Paper has 1 or 2 spelling, capitalization, sentence structure, and/or grammar errors. Some "five star" sentences are present in the paper.
Developing
Paper has or 3 or 4 spelling, capitalization, sentence structure, and grammar errors. Some well-constructed sentences are present in the paper.
Undeveloped
Paper is difficult to read because of numerous grammatical, spelling, and capitalization errors. Sentence structure is very basic and or repetitive.
Final Paper
Fully Developed
Work has been handed in with final paper on top, followed by the revised draft, the rough draft, and the self-graded rubric. (This rubric filled out by you.)
Moderately Developed
Final paper has been handed in without consideration of specified order, but all requirements are included. Rubric has been self-graded.
Developing
Final paper has been handed in but is missing either revised or rough draft, or the student did not self grade using this rubric.
Undeveloped
Rubric is missing. Revised and rough drafts are missing.
Keywords:
Character Trait Essay
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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