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analytical essay 
analytical essay
opinion paper; select argument and prove.
Rubric Code: Q3X968
By srkane
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Poor

17 pts

Fair

18.5 pts

Good

21 pts

Excellent

24 pts

Structure
25 %

Did you build your case in the format?OR Do you have all the bones?
Poor

- Paper lacks many elements of correct formatting.
- Paper lacks thesis, topic sentences, and quotes.
- Paper lacks citation. (Plagarism results in an automatic 0 on the paper and administration will be notified.)
- Paper is inadequate/excessive in length.
Fair

- Paper follows most guidelines.
- Paper has thesis, but no topic sentences, and few quotes.
- paper has few citations.
- Paper is over/ under word length.
Good

- Paper follows designated guidelines.
- Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.
- Paper has a clear thesis, topic sentences, and many supporting quotes.
- All citations are present.
-Format is good.
Excellent

- Paper follows all designated guidelines.
- Paper is the appropriate length as described for the assignment.
- Paper has elaborate thesis, well constructed topic sentences, and all supporting several quotes.
- All citations are present and correct.
-Format enhances readability of paper.
Organization
25 %

Did you have an organized argument that a jury could follow? OR Are all the bones in the right place?
Poor

- Organization and structure detract from the message of the writer.
- Body Paragraphs are out of order.
- Paragraphs unorganized and lack transition of thoughts.
Fair

- Paper is not easy to follow.
- Body paragraphs are in order.
- Paragraph transitions need improvement.
Good

- Paper is clear and easy to follow.
- Body paragraphs are in order.
- Paragraph transitions are present.
Excellent

-Paper is clear and easy to follow.
- Paragraph transitions are logical and maintain the flow of thought throughout the paper.
Thoughts/Understanding
25 %

Have you proved your thesis using examples (quotes) and a figurative explanation? Do you have and explanations?
Is the brain present and does it think?
Poor

- Paper did not address the assignment.
- Few major points.
- Thoughts were vague and unclear.
- There was no explanation or elaboration.
Fair

- Paper addresses the assignment.
- Some major thoughts.
- Points are supported.
- Some explanation of support.
Good

- Paper addresses the assignment.
- Major points are stated clearly.
- Points are well supported.
- Explanations of support clearly prove thesis.
Excellent

- Paper address the assignment.
- All major points are stated clearly and elaborately.
- Explanations of support clearly, locally, prove thesis.
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling
25 %

How did you deliver your presentation? Or does the tongue speak and the hand write?
Poor

- Paper contains numerous grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors.
- Language uses jargon, cliches, or conversational tone.
Fair

- Paper contains few grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.
- Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon, cliches, or conversational tone.
Good

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed with minor errors.
-Spelling is correct.
Excellent

- Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.
- Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.






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