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Rhetorical Device You are to complete a rhetorical device analysis on one of the given terms. The assignment must be word processed, in MLA format. Use the Rhetorical Device Analysis worksheet to assist in organization and content. Rubric Code: Q5BC25 By newman1208 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Homework Grade Levels: 9-12

Rhetorical Devices
	Needs Improvement 1 pts	Meets Expectations 2 pts	Exceeds Expectations 3 pts
Explanation	Needs Improvement Student is missing two or more of the major components of the rhetorical device needed to conduct a thorough analysis.	Meets Expectations Student provides a definition of the device but is missing either a vaild example of the device, the contect of the quote, or the explanation of why the quote is an example of the device.	Exceeds Expectations Student thoroughly defines the rhetorical device, includes a brief, pertinent quotation that demonstrates the device, explains how it is used in the passage and explains the context of the excerpt.
Analysis	Needs Improvement Student's work lacks any evidence of critical thinking and analysis thus showing no connection.	Meets Expectations Student shows some evidence of analysis but lacks in the area of critical thinking. Focus is more on the explanation.	Exceeds Expectations Student shows evidence of thorough analysis and critical thinking by connecting the device to how it enhances the meaning of the text.
GUM (Grammar, Usage and Mechanics	Needs Improvement The student's spelling and writing mechanics may be a problem or lack total control. Presentation of their work is sloppy or at times, unreadable. MLA format is not present. Quotations are not cited at all.	Meets Expectations The student had a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Informal sentence structure and diction may be evident. May not be formtted to all aspects of MLA, missing either in-text citation or works cited information.	Exceeds Expectations The student had few to no errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Effective diction was also used. MLA format was used correctly, and all quotes were cited, with works cited infomation included.