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English 028 Literary Analysis Essay 
English 028 Expository Essay
Rubric Code: J857B7
By pgodinez21
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate

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  Exceeds

4 pts

Meets

3 pts

Fair/Adequate

2 pts

Does not meet

1 pts

MLA format and citations

Exceeds

The student uses MLA format correctly and cites all quoted or paraphrased passages and sources correctly. In addition, student includes a Works Cited page that is formatted correctly.
Meets

The student uses MLA format correctly most of the time; mostly cites all quoted or paraphrased passages and sources correctly. Works Cited page is, for the most part, formatted correctly.
Fair/Adequate

Some parts of MLA format are correct and some are not; quoted or paraphrased passages are cited but not cited correctly. Works Cited page is included but is formatted incorrectly.
Does not meet

Student does not use correct MLA format and/or does not cite quoted or paraphrased passages; there may be evidence of plagiarism. No Works Cited page is included.
Introduction/Thesis

Exceeds

Intro engages the reader and leads effectively to the thesis; thesis is strong and clearly states in one sentence that contains a position and a rationale; thesis exhibits analytical thinking, engagement.
Meets

Intro engages the reader and leads effectively to the thesis; thesis is good and clearly states in one sentence that contains a position and a rationale; thesis exhibits some analytical thinking, engagement.
Fair/Adequate

Intro leads the reader to the thesis; thesis is present but lacks clarity and analytical thinking.
Does not meet

Intro fails to adequately tie into thesis; thesis is unclear and underdeveloped.
Organization & Analysis

Exceeds

Essay begins with clear intro and thesis, paragraphs begin with topic sentences, relate to the thesis, and contain appropriately organized quotes. Transitions are consistently used. Conclusion relates to thesis, but does not merely summarize; it leaves the reader with food for thought.
Meets

Essay begins with intro and thesis, most supporting paragraphs relate to thesis, and sometimes offer textual support. Transitions are used but are sometimes abrupt. Conclusion sums up argument and relates to thesis.
Fair/Adequate

Essay begins with intro and thesis, supporting paragraphs list ideas presented in thesis. There are few quotes or quotes are incorrectly executed. Some transitions are used. Conclusion mostly connects to thesis.
Does not meet

Not enough information in the intro, thesis is not clearly present. Paragraphs are not well developed; no quotes or textual references are included; conclusion does not connect to thesis.
Grammar, Mechanics, and Spelling

Exceeds

There are few or no errors in mechanics, usage, grammar or spelling. The title of the work and quotes from the work being analyzed are correctly capitalized and punctuated throughout.
Meets

There are some or errors in mechanics, usage, grammar or spelling. Some word choice errors. The title of the work and quotes from the work being analyzed are correctly capitalized and punctuated throughout.
Fair/Adequate

There are several errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling. Errors affect clarity and coherence. Many word choice errors. The title of the work and quotes from the work being analyzed are incorrectly capitalized and there are several punctuation errors throughout.
Does not meet

There are many serious errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, and spelling which affect the clarity of the essay severely .
Writing Process

Exceeds

Student participated in all activities related to the writing process. Student gave peers helpful feedback. Essay includes rough draft, peer review sheets.
Meets

Student participated in all activities related to the writing process and gave peers some helpful commentary, but could have provided more.
Fair/Adequate

Student participated in some activities related to the writing process. Did not give classmates much feedback.
Does not meet

Student did not participate in any activities related to the writing process. Student turns in only the final copy; paper may be late. Page requirement may not have been met.




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