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Explanatory Essay
Explanatory Essay
Students will compose an explanatory essay on topic of injustice.
Rubric Code:
NXA65X3
By
DuganELA
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
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Explanatory Essay
Just okay
1 pts
Good
2 pts
Superb
3 pts
Introductory Paragraph and Thesis
Just okay
Missing question and thesis.
Very weak argument.
No introduction
Historical thinking skill is not included.
Good
A question and thesis statement are present, but the argument may be weak or incomplete. Limited awareness of broader historical thinking skills
Superb
The essay addresses a significant historical question and historical thinking skills. A thesis is strong and included in the introduction. Historical argument is carried throughout the essay.
Body Paragraphs and Evidence
Just okay
No topic sentence. Examples and evidences are missing. Thesis is not supported.
Good
A topic sentence is missing/unclear. Some examples and evidences are shown, but do not fully support the thesis.
Superb
Topic sentences identify key points. Strong examples and evidences are used to support the thesis.
Conclusion
Just okay
No concluding paragraph.
Good
Concluding paragraph is included, yet connections between the thesis and evidence is incomplete.
Superb
Strong concluding paragraph that makes the reader think with thesis and evidence.
Keywords:
Essay
Subjects:
English
History
Types:
Writing
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