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Symbolism Essay (80 points) Symbolism Essay (60 points) A symbol is an object, action, or event that represents something or that creates a range of associations beyond itself. In "The Minister's Black Veil," provide a symbol and explain how that symbol can express an idea, clarify meaning, or enlarge literal meaning. Write an essay analyzing how that symbol functions in the work and what it reveals about the characters or themes of the work as a whole. Do not merely summarize the plot. Rubric Code: PX3A972 By mrsgiamanco Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 9-12

Symbolism
	Poor 1 pts	Fair 7 pts	Good 10 pts
Clear thesis statement	Poor Vague or no thesis statement	Fair Thesis statement provided, but needs work	Good Thesis statement provided and clear.
Complete paragraphs	Poor No clear paragraphs.	Fair Has structure, but certain aspects of the essay may be unclear or clustered.	Good Complete and perfectly structured essay.
200 word minimum	Poor 0-50 words	Fair 51-99 words	Good 200+ words
Follows MLA Format	Poor Little or no proof of MLA format.	Fair Certain aspects of MLA format is shown.	Good MLA format is used and used correctly.
Textual Evidence	Poor No textual evidance shown.	Fair Some quotes and evidence shown in essay.	Good At least 2 quotes are used throughout the essay to support your opinions.
Mistakes	Poor More than seven grammar or spelling mistakes are found.	Fair Between two to six mistakes are found.	Good There is one or no mistakes found in the essay.
Symbols	Poor no symbols discussed	Fair 1 symbol discussed	Good 2 symbols discussed