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5 Paragraph Essay RUBRIC 
5 Paragraph Essay RUBRIC
Write a five paragraph essay utilizing five paragraph essay structure. Your essay should be typed and in MLA format. Attach this rubric to your essay if your essay is turned in in hard copy format.
Rubric Code: JXBW4A8
By michelle_smith
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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Introductory Paragraph
10 pts

This paragraph introduces the essay's purpose and includes a thorough thesis statement. Thesis statement should be ONE sentence that includes the essay's purpose along with three points that prove the that purpose. It also contains a clearly stated topic sentence (hook); the body fully and clearly explains the steps involved in doing or making something; the conclusion effectively ends the writing with the last step, with the author's perspective on the activity, or with a clincher statement
Superior

The introduction contains a topic sentence (hook); the body explains the steps involved in doing or making something; the conclusion presents the last step or another logical ending.
Advanced

The introduction contains a topic sentence (hook), but the sentence may be unclear, imprecise, or undeveloped; the body explains only some of the steps involved in doing or making something; the conclusion does not present the last step or any other logical reflection on the process.
Average

The introduction lacks a topic sentence (hook); the body does not break the process into steps; the conclusion is missing or repetitive
Beginner

Essay did not include an Introductory Paragraph or Thesis Statement.
First Body Paragraph
10 pts

This paragraph should include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained using specific evidence. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific and end with a mini-conclusion of topic.
Superior

Essay included a First Body Paragraph which stated the thesis statements. Successfully includes topic sentence, elaboration on reason #1, evidence set-up, evidence, evidence follow-up, wrap-up of reason #1.
Advanced

Attempts to successfully include topic sentence, elaboration on reason #1, evidence set-up, evidence, evidence follow-up, wrap-up of reason #1.
Average

Essay did include a First Body Paragraph but fails to include evidence and wrap-up of reason #1.
Beginner

Essay did not include a First Body Paragraph.
Second Body Paragraph
10 pts

This paragraph should begin with a transition and include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained using specific evidence. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific and end with a mini-conclusion of topic.
Superior

Essay included a Second Body Paragraph which stated the thesis statements second point thoroughly and with specific details.Successfully includes topic sentence, elaboration on reason #2, evidence set-up, evidence, evidence follow-up, wrap-up of reason #2.
Advanced

Attempts to successfully include topic sentence, elaboration on reason #2, evidence set-up, evidence, evidence follow-up, wrap-up of reason #2.
Average

Essay did include a Second Body Paragraph but fails to include evidence and wrap-up of reason #2.
Beginner

Essay did not include a Second Body Paragraph.
Third Body Paragraph
10 pts

This paragraph should begin with a transition and include the thesis statements first main point. It must be effectively explained using specific evidence. Thorough details must be given. The writer must be specific and end with a mini-conclusion of topic.
Superior

Essay included a Third Body Paragraph which stated the thesis statements third point thoroughly and with specific details. Successfully includes topic sentence, elaboration on reason #3, evidence set-up, evidence, evidence follow-up, wrap-up of reason #3.
Advanced

Attempts to successfully include topic sentence, elaboration on reason #3, evidence set-up, evidence, evidence follow-up, wrap-up of reason #3.
Average

Essay did include a Third Body Paragraph but fails to include evidence and wrap-up of reason #3.
Beginner

Essay did not include a Third Body Paragraph.
Conclusion
10 pts

The last paragraph should be a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points should once again be tied back to the essay purpose.
Superior

Essay included a Conclusion which stated a thorough summary of the points made within the essay. The points were once again tied back to the essay's thesis statement
Advanced

Closing paragraph concludes essay in satisfactory manner. However, author's position and / or an effective restatement of main idea or thesis may be lacking.
Average

Conclusion is weak and at times confusing in terms of author's position with little reference to main idea or thesis.
Beginner

Essay did not include a
Conclusion
Readability: Spelling & Punctuation
10 pts

Punctuation, Capitalization, Consistent Point of view and verb tense.
Essay should be checked for correct spelling and punctuation. Essay should also be edited prior to being handed in.
Superior

There are few or no errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling.
Advanced

There are some errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling.
Average

Errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling interfere with the audience's understanding of the process
Beginner

Serious and numerous errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling block the audience's understanding of the process.
Ideas: 2nd Person
10 pts

The overall purpose is clear; the steps are presented in the order in which they are performed; transitional words and phrases that show order are used effectively; the writing is tailored to the audience. The paper stayed in 2nd person.
Superior

A score in this area means the student has understood the second person point of view and even elects to write an additional story in the second person.
Advanced

The purpose is generally clear; most steps are presented in the order in which they are performed; transitional words and phrases that show order are used; the writing is generally focused on the audience.
Average

The purpose is unclear; steps may be presented out of order; the writing lacks transitional words and phrases that show order; the writing does not address the intended audience.
Beginner

No purpose is apparent. The writing does not address the intended audience.
Using Transitions
10 pts

The writer consistently uses transitions, including time transitions that clarify the order of events.
Superior

Logical, consistent,
seamless transitions
between ideas.
Advanced

The writer generally uses transitions effectively, but the order of events is slightly confusing
Average

Transitions between
ideas are present, but
could be more clear.
Beginner

Transitions not
present.
Organization
10 pts

Five paragraph essay with points arranged in an emphatic order. Each point is distinct using topic sentences taken from 3-part plan of development in thesis.
Superior

The degree to which the essay is focused clearly and logically ordered clarified by paragraphs and transitions.
Advanced

Transitions between
ideas are clear, but
they are obvious and
could be more
seamless
Average

ineffective prewriting
unfocused: ___lacks unity ___lacks coherence
organization into paragraphs
transitions between ideas and/or paragraphs
Beginner

The essay shows no signs of organization and lacks vital information.
Format
10 pts

Essay should be typed in 12 pt font, Essays lengths should be a minimum of 1 typed page. Format clearly shows where each paragraph begins and ends. Essay
Superior

Essay's format is clear and organized. Essay is typed in 12 pt font, and equaled the minimum length of one page. Paper is 5 paragraphs.
Advanced

Paper is 4 paragraphs.
Average

Essay is somewhat organized but not quite complete. Paper is 2 paragraphs.
Beginner

Essay has no clear format, or distinction between paragraphs. Essay was not typed in 12 pt font, and did not equal the minimum length of one page. Paper is 1 or less than one paragraph.



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