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Exemplification Essay Rubric
Exemplification Essay Rubric
Guidelines for scoring an exemplification essay.
Rubric Code:
T3B47B
By
lambclay
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
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Exemplification Essay
Excellent
10 pts
Superior
9 pts
Good
8 pts
Fair
7 pts
Poor
6 pts
Unacceptable
(N/A)
Essay approach
30 %
Excellent
Examples explain or clarify the essay's generalization to the intended readers in a clear and efficient manner.
Superior
Examples explain or clarify the essay's generalization to the intended readers but do not qualify as excellent.
Good
Examples meet the generally accepted standards, but still need development and clarification.
Fair
Examples minimally explain or clarify the essay's generalization to the intended readers.
Poor
Examples do not explain or clarify the essay's generalization to the intended readers.
Unacceptable
Does not demonstrate any of the concepts associated with this essay approach.
Logical Order
20 %
Excellent
The examples within the paragraphs and/or throughout the paper are arranged in a logical and effective order.
Superior
The examples within the paragraphs and/or throughout the paper are arranged in a logical order but do not qualify as excellent.
Good
Examples and ideas appear in an expected order, but the order still could use more development or sophistication.
Fair
The examples within the paragraphs and/or throughout the paper are generally arranged in a logical order, though some ideas may not be in an effective order.
Poor
The examples within the paragraphs and/or throughout the paper are not arranged in a logical order.
Unacceptable
Fails to display any logical approach
Topic Sentence
15 %
Excellent
Topic Sentence is clearly and well-written.
Superior
Topic Sentence is present and clearly written but not written well enough to be considered excellent.
Good
Topic sentences meet all of the functions and standards, but still need more development and consideration.
Fair
Topic Sentence is present but is too broad for the paragraph topic.
Poor
Topic Sentence is not present or unclear.
Unacceptable
No examples of topic sentences.
Example Paragraphs
15 %
Excellent
Paragraph includes more than enough examples and all examples are appropriate to the essay.
Superior
Paragraph includes sufficient examples or examples that are appropriate to the essay; the examples do not qualify as excellent.
Good
Examples are present, but might need adaptation based on the concept or content of the essay.
Fair
Paragraph includes sufficient examples, but examples are not appropriate to the essay, or examples are appropriate, but not enough are included.
Poor
Paragraph does not include sufficient examples or examples are not appropriate to the essay.
Unacceptable
Examples failed to meet any of the established expectations.
Transitions
10 %
Excellent
Transitions are present and effectively direct readers from one example to the next. They exhibit sophistication on the part of the writer.
Superior
Transitions are present and direct readers from one example to the next though not to the level of excellent. They may be basic and/or confusing.
Good
Transitions meet the minimum standards expected for the essay, but need additional development or clarification.
Fair
Transitions are present but do not effectively direct readers from one example to the next. They may be basic and/or confusing.
Poor
Transitions are not present or do not effectively direct readers from one example to the next.
Unacceptable
Transitions were not included.
Grammar and Mechanics
5 %
Excellent
Paragraph contains one or two errors.
Superior
Paragraph contains a few errors, but they are not distracting to the reader.
Good
Grammar is not a driving issue, but syntax and mechanics do need additional clarification or development.
Fair
Paragraph contains many several errors, most are not distracting to the reader.
Poor
Paragraph contains many errors, some of which are distracting to the reader.
Unacceptable
Essay was unreadable.
Word Usage
5 %
Excellent
Word usage is appropriate for the essay and reflects sophistication on the part of the writer.
Superior
Word usage is appropriate but does not qualify as excellent.
Good
Word usage still needs attention and development.
Fair
Word usage is appropriate but lacks sophistication expected in word choice for this essay.
Poor
Word usage is informal and/or inappropriate to the essay.
Unacceptable
Word usage did not meet minimum requirements.
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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