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Illustrative Essay
Basic 5 paragraph essay discussing a quote from the story, using evidence from the piece in discussion
Rubric Code:
RX8X66
By
Lana504
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
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Essay
Poor
1 pts
Fair
2 pts
Good
3 pts
Excellent
4 pts
Introduction
Poor
Background details are a random collection of of information, or unclear, or not related to topic. Introduction boring and uninteresting
Fair
Introduction adequately explains the background, but may lack detail and creativity
Good
Introduction creates interest and is fairly well developed. Contains some of the information regarding the story being illustrated
Excellent
Extremely well developed introduction. It engages the reader and creates interest. Contains accurate and all information regarding the story being illustrated
Main points/body paragraphs
Poor
Details are either wrong (evidence from the story not given) or lacking.
Fair
There are clear points, but they lack detail.
Good
Well developed main points directly related to the topic. Evidence from the story is given to support the main points
Excellent
Points in essay are well developed, with multiple points/evidence given from the story to illustrate.
Organization/Structure
Poor
No discernable organization. Transitions are not present.
Fair
Organization is clear. Transitions are present
Good
Logical progression of ideas. Transitions are present equally throughout the essay
Excellent
Logical progression of ideas with a clear structure that enhances the essay. Transitions are mature and graceful.
Style: sentence flow, diction
Poor
Writing is confusing, hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. Inappropriate diction
Fair
Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. Diction is appropriate
Good
Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. Diction is consistent
Excellent
Writing is smooth, skillfull, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Diction is consistent and words well chosen.
Mechanics
Poor
Distracting errors in grammer, punctuation, spelling and capitalization
Fair
A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization.
Good
Punctuation, spelling, grammar, and capitalization are generally correct with few errors
Excellent
No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization
Keywords:
essay, illustrative, essay components
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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