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Cause & Effect Paper
Cause & Effect Paper
Specific expectations for elements of a Cause & Effect Paper: Final Draft
Rubric Code:
N2399BW
By
ptorwich
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Criteria
Above Average
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Average
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Below Average
(N/A)
Hook
5 pts
Above Average
The introduction contains a strong, attention-grabbing opening statement.
Average
Opening statement is present, but not "attention-grabbing".
Below Average
Hook falls short or is not present
Thesis Statement
10 pts
Above Average
The thesis statement clearly identifies the topic of the essay and outlines the specific main points to be discussed.
The thesis statement is placed correctly.
Average
The thesis statement presents the topic of the essay, and generally outlines of the points without addressing the specifics
The thesis statement is placed correctly.
Below Average
The thesis statement is not clear, or one was not included.
Topic Sentences
10 pts
Above Average
Each body paragraph begins with a topic sentence which refers to one of the main points from the thesis statement. Topic sentences are well written and clearly communicate the focus of the paragraph.
Average
Each body paragraph begins with a topic sentence which refers to one of the main points from the thesis statement. Topic sentences are adequate, yet unremarkable.
Below Average
Topic sentences are not obviously present, and/or do not refer back to the thesis statement's main points.
Causal Connection
10 pts
Above Average
Includes 3 cause/effect relationships which are logical; the writer clarifies the cause-effect relationship for the audience.
Average
Includes 3 cause/effect relationships, however the writer does not clarify the relationship for the audience (assumes that the audience will put it together).
Below Average
Includes less than 3 cause/effect relationships, and they may lack clarification of the cause-effect relationship for the audience.
Support
10 pts
Above Average
The writer provided thoroughly sufficient details and examples to support the cause and effect of the topic, which are documented as factual (not merely the writer's opinion).
Average
The writer provided some details and examples to support the cause and effect of the topic, which are documented as factual (not merely the writer's opinion).
Below Average
The writer did not provide enough details and examples to support the cause and effect of the topic. Those that were presented may have not been adequately documented.
Conclusion
10 pts
Above Average
The conclusion is effective. It contains a strong restated thesis, summary, and closing sentence which provide insight as to the implications of the information provided.
Average
The conclusion is somewhat effective.
It may contain a restated thesis that was not reworded and a partial summary, but it does not provide insight.
Below Average
There is no clear conclusion. The information provided is not sufficient to conclude the essay.
Logical Flow
5 pts
Above Average
Details are placed in a logical order;presentation effectively keeps the interest of the reader.
A variety of thoughtful transitions are used. They clearly show how the ideas are connected.
Average
Most details are placed in a logical order, and the way they are presented effectively keeps the interest of the reader.
Some transitions work well; but connections between other ideas are unclear.
Below Average
Some details may not be in a logical order or expected order, and this distracts the reader.There is little sense that the writing is organized.
The transitions between ideas are unclear or nonexistant.
Voice
5 pts
Above Average
The writer seems to be writing from knowledge or experience. The author shows ownership and conviction regarding the ideas presented.
Average
The writer seems to be writing from some experience but lacks passion regarding the issue.
Below Average
The writer relates some knowledge but adds little to the topic discussed.
Conventions
5 pts
Above Average
Little to no errors present in spelling, punctuation, grammar or capitalization.
Average
Minimal errors present in spelling, punctuation, grammar and/or capitalization.
Below Average
Many distracting errors present in spelling, punctuation, grammar and/or capitalization.
Sentence Structure
5 pts
Above Average
There are no run-ons, comma splices, or sentence fragments in the paragraph.
Writer uses many compound/complex sentences
Average
There are a few run-ons, comma splices, and/or sentence fragments in the paragraph.
Writer uses some compound/complex sentences.
Below Average
There are many run-ons, comma splices, and/or sentence fragments in the paragraph.
Many primer-style sentences are used throughout.
Word Choice
5 pts
Above Average
The writer demonstrates proper use of vocabulary that adds to the quality of writing and enhances the overall meaning of the topic.
Average
The writer utilizes adequate vocabulary choices, although words are occasionally either misused or out-of-place.
Below Average
Word choice is generally unremarkable, misused or out-of-place.
Format
Title
5 pts
Above Average
Paper's title is creative and original, fitting the topic of the essay.
Average
Title is present, fitting the topic of the essay
Below Average
Title does not fit the topic of the essay.
Length
5 pts
Above Average
Essay is at least 500 words (+/-10)
Average
Essay is at least 500 words (+/-10)
Below Average
Essay is considerably shorted than required.
In-text Citation
5 pts
Above Average
The writer followed all MLA Format requirements in regards to In-text Citation
Average
The writer followed most of the MLA Format requirements in regards to In-text Citation
Below Average
The writer did address MLA Format requirements in regards to In-text Citation
Works Cited
5 pts
Above Average
All Sources are correctly cited as per MLA requirements
Average
Most Sources are correctly cited as per MLA requirements
Below Average
Most Sources are not cited correctly or not at all.
Keywords:
Cause Effect Research Paper
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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