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Literary analysis of a favorite poem/song lyric Literary analysis of a favorite song lyric The student is to write an analysis of a poem or song lyric of his/her choice identifying literary devices the poet/lyricist uses. He/She should also explain why this poem/song is meaningful to him/her. The purpose is to encourage the students to write about and listen to poetry intelligently and deliberately. Rubric Code: L9A3A4 By szaffiro Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 9-12

Poetry Analysis Paper
	Poor 19-20 (N/A)	Fair 21-23 (N/A)	Good 24-26 (N/A)	Excellent 27-30 (N/A)
Structure (grammar, spelling, organization)	Poor The essay has no structure, there are more than 10 grammatical/spelling errors, and it is very hard to follow the thoughts and ideas of the author.	Fair The essay has an unclear structure, there are 8 or fewer grammatical/spelling errors, and requires more than one reading to understand and follow the thoughts and ideas of the author.	Good The essay has a notable structure, there are 6 or fewer grammatical or spelling errors. The thoughts and ideas of the author can be understood and followed easily	Excellent The essay has a clear and cohesive structure (opening, body, closing), there are 4 or fewer grammatical/spelling errors. The writing style conveys meaning effortlessly and beautifully
Poetic Content Applying the poetic elements in the analysis : rhyme, rhythm, personification, alliteration, simile, metaphor	Poor The analysis includes only one of the poetic elements. The student shows confusion in his/her understanding of the literary device	Fair The analysis includes two of the elements. The student seems to understand the terms but there are many errors in the application of the poetic devices.	Good The analysis includes three to four of the elements. The student shows clear understanding of the terms and is able to apply them correctly .	Excellent The analysis includes all of the elements. The student shows clear understanding of the terms and the analysis enables the reader to have a clear understanding of the piece.
Personal point of View Why do you like this piece?	Poor There is no reflection on why the author likes this particular piece .	Fair The essay includes a one-sentence statement on why the author likes the piece but the author does not reflect on how the piece is meaningful aesthetically or personally.	Good The essay includes a reflection on how the piece is meaningful personally to the author.	Excellent The essay includes a deep reflection on author's preference for this piece. The author comments on both the aesthetics and personal meaning of the piece.