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Research Paper 
Rubric Code: RX9B7A
By lgaona
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Public Rubric
Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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Introduction

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There is no introductory paragraph.

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The introduction does not address the assignment.
Poor

The introduction is missing a hook, thesis, and/or topic introduction. What is there is confusing or not related to the assignment.
Fair

Introduction has a hook, although it does not fit well; a hard or soft thesis that needs revision; the topic is introduced in a confusing manner.
Good

Introduction has a hook; a soft thesis, though it may be a little confusing; the topic is introduced although it may not be completely clear.
Excellent

Introduction has a captivating hook; a complete soft thesis; and clearly introduces the topic of the paper.
Conclusion

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There is no conclusion.

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The conclusion does not address the assignment.
Poor

Conclusion does not have one of the following:
link, thesis, or twist. Remaining pieces are confusing or weak.
Fair

Link to hook is confusing, restates thesis using the same type from the intro, twist is confusing, new information is introduced (without being part of the link or twist).
Good

Conclusion attempts to link to the hook, restates the thesis with a hard thesis, attempts to end the paragraphs with a twist.
Excellent

Conclusion begins with an understandable link to the hook, restates the thesis with a hard thesis, the paragraph ends with a quirky or thought-provoking twist.
Body of Paper
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Body Paragraphs

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There are no body paragraphs.

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Body paragraphs do not address the assignment.
Poor

Most paragraphs have a topic sentence that that stands alone, details and facts are limited or repeated, some (or all) transition sentences are missing.
Fair

Most paragraphs have a topic sentence that roughly describes their intent, 2-3 supporting details that deal with similar facts, transition sentences are sometimes unclear.
Good

All of the paragraphs have a topic sentence that loosely describes their intent, include 2-3 supporting sentences with facts, transition sentences attempt to set up the next paragraph.
Excellent

All of the paragraphs have a well thought out topic sentence that explains their intent, include 2-3 supporting sentences with original facts, transition sentences set up the next paragraph.
Additional Components
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Presentation

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Four or more of the following are not visible:
All work is typed (12 or 14 font), double spaced, margins are correct, pages are in correct order, cover page follows purple book example, paper is 3-5 pages long.
Poor

Three of the following are not visible:
All work is typed (12 or 14 font), double spaced, margins are correct, pages are in correct order, cover page follows purple book example, paper is 3-5 pages long.
Fair

Two of the following are not visible:
All work is typed (12 or 14 font), double spaced, margins are correct, pages are in correct order, cover page follows purple book example, paper is 3-5 pages long.
Good

One of the following is not visible:
All work is typed (12 or 14 font), double spaced, margins are correct, pages are in correct order, cover page follows purple book example, paper is 3-5 pages long.
Excellent

All work is typed (12 or 14 font), double spaced, margins are correct, pages are in correct order, cover page follows purple book example, paper is 3-5 pages long.
Cover Page

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There is no cover page.
Poor

Cover page does not follow the purple book's directions and has many problems with the margins, font, and spacing.
Fair

Cover page is some-what like the purple book's examples, however margins, font, and spacing have not been adhered to.
Good

Cover page follows the purple book's directions with some flaws.
Excellent

Cover page follows the purple book's directions exactly.
I-Search

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There is no I-Search
Poor

I-Search is only one paragraph in length.
Fair

I-Search is only two paragraphs in length.
Good

I-Search is three paragraphs in length, however it is written as if it is answering three different questions.
Excellent

I-Search is three paragraphs in length, and typed out as an essay.
Glossary

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