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Poetry Comparative Analysis Paper (Formal Paper 2) Comparative Analysis Paper This paper will determine how well you have mastered the art of a poetry comparative analysis. Rubric Code: M2WB796 By MeghanSelf Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Criteria
	Poor 6.5 pts	Fair 10.5 pts	Good 12.5 pts	Excellent 15 pts
Grammar & Mechanics, etc.	Poor more than two major grammatical, mechanical, syntax, sentence- level errors. Severely impedes reader's ability to understand the writer's ideas and purpose.	Fair No more than two major grammatical, mechanical, syntax, sentence- level errors. Frequency or severity of a few errors limit the reader's ability to understand the writer's ideas and purpose.	Good No more than five minor grammatical, mechanical, syntax, sentence- level errors. Occasional errors present but does not impede reader's ability to understand the writer's ideas and purpose.	Excellent No more than two minor grammatical, mechanical, syntax, sentence- level errors. Does not impede or limit reader's ability to understand the writer's ideas and purpose.
Organization	Poor Ideas show no fluidity with one another and do not follow any set structure. Does not show any evidence of prior planning. Severely impedes reader's ability to understand the writer's ideas and purpose.	Fair Some fluidity present in individual paragraphs, but little to no fluidity connecting paragraphs or ideas. Shows little evidence prior planning. Often disrupts fluidity of essay and limits reader's ability to understand the writer's ideas and purpose.	Good Ideas are structured in a moderately fluid manner. Clear and controlling topic and transition sentences present, but not throughout entire essay. Shows some evidence of critical thinking and effort toward prior planning. Occasionally limits reader's ability to understand the writer's ideas and purpose.	Excellent Excellent fluidity of ideas. Clear and controlling topic and transition sentences throughout entire essay. Well thought-out and shows critical thinking and effort towards prior planning. Does not impede or limit reader's ability to understand the writer's ideas and purpose.
Content/Idea Development	Poor Shows little knowledge of the main idea of the paper. Random thoughts. Irrelevant details, or confusing or contradictory details throughout. Frequent need to "say more" or answer "ok, so what?"	Fair Shows a minor understanding of the main idea of the paper. Some details are relevant, but most are underdeveloped and/or irrelevant. No more than four "say more" or "ok, so what?"	Good Shows a good understanding of the main idea of the paper. Most ideas and details are relevant and developed. Few underdeveloped or irrelevant details. No more than three "say more" or "ok, so what?"	Excellent Shows a strong understanding of the main idea of the paper. Ideas are clear and well-developed. Includes only relevant details. No more than two "say more" or "ok, so what?"
Language/Word Choice	Poor Unclear, incorrect, or otherwise poor word choice and unclear phrases throughout. Tone is not appropriate and inconsistent throughout.	Fair Limited use of high-level, academic vocabulary. Few instances of awkward word choice or unclear phrases. Tone is not appropriate and inconsistent throughout.	Good Uses some high-level, academic vocabulary; occasional instances of poor or awkward word choice or unclear phrases. Tone is appropriate at times, but not consistent.	Excellent Uses high-level, academic vocabulary throughout with no awkward word choices or unclear phrases. Tone consistently appropriate for audience.
Direct Quotations	Poor Does not use direct quotations or writer's use of direct quotations is meaningless or inconsistent.	Fair Writer demonstrates little to no attempt to thoughtfully use direct quotations.	Good Writer demonstrates an attempt to thoughtfully use direct quotations throughout essay, but does not demonstrate mastery.	Excellent Writer demonstrates careful and intentional use of direct quotations. Demonstrates mastery of writing with quotations.
MLA 8 style/format	Poor more than two major errors in MLA8 style/format.	Fair No more than two major errors in MLA8 style/format.	Good No more than five minor errors in MLA8 style/format.	Excellent No more than two minor errors in MLA8 style/format.

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