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Research Essay 
Research Essay
Multi-Paragraph Essay Rubric: Research Essay
Rubric Code: N7XWB7
By mgsmato
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Subject: Humanities  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Poor

1 pts

Fair

2 pts

Good

3 pts

Excellent

4 pts

Introduction
2 %

Poor

Introduction does not meet the criteria: provide a hook, introduce the time period and the play, introduce the topic.
Fair

Introduction attempts to meet criteria but is unclear, wordy, or too brief.
Good

Introduction meets all four criteria in a clear and interesting way.
Excellent

Introduction is concise and creative as it accomplishes its goals.
Conclusion and Title
2 %

Poor

No conclusion is apparent in the essay.
Title is missing.
Fair

Conclusion may be attempted, but does not summarize or leave reader with something to think about.
Title missing.
Good

Conclusion provides a summary of topic and leaves us with some thoughts.
Title included.
Excellent

Conclusion is concise and summarizes supporting points and leaves us with a something very thought provoking.
Interesting title sparks reader's interest.
Organization
4 %

Poor

No paragraph breaks or essay is jumbled and has no organizational structure.
Fair

Paragraphs cover more than one topic or organization of paragraphs creates confusion.
Good

Paragraphs each cover only one topic and the organization of paragraphs provides flow for the paper.
Excellent

Well-organized paragraphs are joined through the use of transitions, providing a seamless narrative and working towards the end.
Research
5 %

Poor

Shows little or no research and shows a lack of understanding of the topic.
Fair

Did some research and attempted to create use it in the writing, yet does not demonstrate understanding of the details.
Good

Good research is evident and used to explore and explain the topic.
Excellent

Presents thorough research and combines the research with own ideas to explore this topic in detail.
Historical Information and Comments
5 %

Poor

Very little information is provided or it is repetitive or incorrect. The few facts are not accompanied by writer's own comments.
Fair

Details are inadequate or repetitive and comments are brief or repetitive.
Good

There are adequate and correct facts and details and these are accompanied by writer's own thoughts and ideas.
Excellent

Historical evidence and personal commentary are very complete and interesting, and work together to provide a compelling essay.
Papers mechanics
4 %

Poor

Many errors interfere with the writing, making it a chore to read. Shows little or no editing/proofreading.
Fair

Some errors detract from the flow of paper. This needs more attentive editing/proofreading.
Good

Some errors found but they do not detract from the flow of the paper.
The writing is generally clear, but some sentence structure or vocabulary usage problems.
Excellent

No errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Strong vocabulary and sentence structure.
Writing is clear and easy to understand.
References
1 %

Poor

Reference List is missing. No specific evidence of research.
Fair

Reference List contains fewer than three sources AND is not properly formatted.
Good

Reference List contains fewer than three sources OR is not properly formatted.
Excellent

Reference List contains three or more sources and is properly formatted.
Draft
2 %

Poor

Not in at all.
Fair

Not in on time.
Good

Not in on time or unfinished.
Excellent

Complete draft in on time.



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