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CHARACTER ANALYSIS ESSAY CHARACTER ANALYSIS ESSAY Rubric Code: LX3869X By rarucker Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: (none)

CHARACTER ANALYSIS ESSAY
	EXCELLENT 10 pts	GOOD 8 pts	FAIR 6 pts
INTRODUCTION	EXCELLENT The introduction includes the novel title, author, and character's name. The writer's connection to the character is clear. The thesis statement is stong, and the introduction as a whole is inviting.	GOOD The introduction includes only some of the required elements, and/or the thesis statement is not fully developed.	FAIR Either several of the required elements are not included, or the thesis statement is weak.
SUPPORTING EVIDENCE/CONTENT	EXCELLENT Body paragraphs include relevant details that fully explain why each event or incident significantly impacts the character. At least one important quotation is used.	GOOD Some paragraphs include relevant details that fully explain why each event or conversation significantly impacts the character.	FAIR Either the paragraphs do not fully explain the significance of the event or conversation, or quotations are not included.
CONCLUSION	EXCELLENT The thesis statement is reworded. The clincher is strong and insightful. Strong "so What: statement.	GOOD Either the thesis statement is not properly reworded or the clincher is not insightful. "So What" statement not included.	FAIR The conclusion does not include most of the basic requirements.
CONVENTIONS TRAIT	EXCELLENT The writer demonstrates a good grasp of standard writing conventions and uses conventions effectively to enhance readability. The piece is very close to being ready to publish.	GOOD Conventions are sometimes handled well and enhance readability; at other times, errors are distracting and impair readability.	FAIR Errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, grammar and usage, and/or paragraphing repeatedly distract the reader and make the text difficult to read.
WORD CHOICE	EXCELLENT The writer used words that convey the inteded message in a precise, interesting, and natural way. The words are powerful and engaging.	GOOD The language is functional, even if it lacks much energy. It is easy to figure out the writer's meaning on a general level.	FAIR The writer demonstrates a limited vocabulary or has not searched for words to convey specific meaning.