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Definition Paragraph 
Instructor Review: Definition Paragraph
Rubric Code: P34399
By katnightsong
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate

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  Good

5 pts

Fair

3 pts

Needs Improvement

1 pts

Score

(N/A)

Date of Submission
0 pts

Good

Submitted to the instructor on the assigned date.
Fair

One class day late.
Needs Improvement

Two class days late.
Score
MLA Format & Length
0 pts

Good

The writer followed all MLA Format requirements and the length of the paragraph is at least 250 words (1 page) typed.
Fair

The writer followed most of the MLA Format requirements and the paragraph is at least 250 words (1 page) typed.
Needs Improvement

The writer did not meet most of the MLA Format requirements and the paragraph is less than 250 words (1 page) typed.
Score
Topic Sentence
5 pts

The topic sentence of the paragraph should give the reader a good idea of what will be covered.
Good

The topic sentence clearly and effectively states the topic and the focus of the paragraph.
Fair

The topic sentence does not effectively state the topic and/or the focus of the paragraph.
Needs Improvement

The topic sentence is not clear and/or it is not apparent one was included.
Score
Focus on Topic
5 pts

(Content) Supporting sentences should relate to the topic sentence and give detail.
Good

There is one clear, well-focused topic. The main idea stands out and is sufficiently supported by specific, concrete details that define the term with unique characteristics.

There are enough details and they relate to the topic sentence.
Fair

The main idea is somewhat clear. There are details, but they are either not concrete and specific, or there are not enough of them to adequately define the term.

Some details are not engaging and interesting. They lack creativity and clarity.
Needs Improvement

The main idea is not clear. The details are either wrong or lacking, or they are not related to the topic sentence.

There is a seemingly random collection of information.
Score
Sequencing
0 pts

(Organization)
Good

Details are placed in a logical order and the way they are presented effectively keeps the interest of the reader.
Fair

Some details are not in a logical order or expected order, and this distracts the reader.
Needs Improvement

Many details are not in a logical order or expected order. There is little sense that the writing is organized.
Score
Introductory & Closing Sentences
0 pts

Good

The introductory sentence grabs the attention of the reader. The closing sentence is strong; it clearly reminds the reader of the main idea and leaves them with something to think about.
Fair

The introductory sentence may require an attention grabber and/or your closing sentence may or may not remind the reader of the main idea or leave them with something to think about.
Needs Improvement
Score
Description
0 pts

Use of descriptive words (verbs, adjectives, adverbs, etc.)
Good

The writer is effective is their use of descriptive words. Their paragraph does a good job of painting a description in the reader's mind.
Fair

The writer uses some descriptive words. Their paragraph does an okay job of painting a picture in the reader's mind.
Needs Improvement

The writer did not use any descriptive words. Their paragraph does not paint a picture in the reader's mind.
Score
Grammar
0 pts

(Grammar, Spelling, Word Choice, & Mechanics)
Good

The writer demonstrates proper use of vocabulary that adds to the quality of writing and enhances the overall meaning of the topic.

Very few minor mechanical errors.
Fair

The writer occasionally demostrates proper word choices that add to the quality of writing and enhance the overall meaning of the topic.

Some minor mechanical errors.
Needs Improvement

The writer rarely demostrates proper word choices, causing the reader to become distracted from the topic.

Several major mechanical errors.
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