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Rubric for Paragraph Writing 
Rubric for Exemplification Paragraph Writing
An exemplification paragraph must include at least three examples supporting the topic. Examples should be arranged in logical order therefore, logical order transitions must be used.
Rubric Code: P475C8
By jac1435
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: K-5

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  Mastery

4 pts

Proficient

3 pts

Developing

2 pts

Not There Yet

1 pts

Topic Sentence

Mastery

The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It is a clear statement of the paragraph content.
Proficient

The topic sentence gives some clarity of the overall connectivity of the sentences present.
Developing

The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic connecting to the other sentences.
Not There Yet

There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Support/Details

Mastery

Topic is supported by many specific details.
Proficient

Topic is supported by a few specific details.
Developing

Topic is supported by general statements.
Not There Yet

There is a slight attempt at support.
Examples Evident

Mastery

At least three examples are evident and explain the topic.
Proficient

Two examples are evident and explain the topic.
Developing

One example is evident and explains the topic.
Not There Yet

No examples are evident.
Logical Order

Mastery

Paragraph has good organization, events are logically ordered, sharp sense of beginning and end. Correct transition words or phrases are used.
Proficient

Paragraph is organized, events somewhat jump around. Some logical transition words/phrases are used.
Developing

Paragraph has some organization, events jump around, start and end are unclear. Transition words/phrases do not always match logical order type.
Not There Yet

Paragraph is not organized, events make no sense. No use of transition words/phrases.
Concluding Statement

Mastery

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that repeats key words from the topic sentence.
Proficient

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a somewhat clear statement that repeats some key words from the topic sentence.
Developing

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is not a clear statement and does not repeat key words from the topic sentence.
Not There Yet

There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Conventions

Mastery

Writing evidences understanding of proper grammar and use of punctuation throughout. Minimal to no spelling errors.
Proficient

Writing contains one or two consistent grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Most words are spelled correctly.
Developing

Many sentences are characterized by grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Numerous simple spelling errors.
Not There Yet

Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. The number of spelling errors significantly detracts from the readability of the paragraph.



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