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Character Sketch Rubric 
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Rubric Code: U24AC69
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
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Character Sketch illustration and introduction to character
  Beginning

1 pts

Developing

2 pts

Meeting

3 pts

Exceeding

4 pts

Accuracy of Facts

How accurate is your illustration and written description of character

Beginning

There are several (more than three) factual errors or details that are in conflict with information from the story.
Developing

There are a few (two to three) factual errors or details that are in conflict with information from the story.
Meeting

Almost (one to two incorrect) all facts presented are accurate and relate to the story.
Exceeding

All facts presented are accurate and relate to the story.
Focus on/Support for Topic

Am I able to tell which character I chose and support my illustration with details from the story?

Beginning

The character chosen is not clear. Appears to be a random collection of information. Supporting details are unclear and/or not related to the topic.
Developing

The character chosen is somewhat clear, but there is a need for more information. Supporting details are relevant, but several key facts or issues are unsupported.
Meeting

The character chosen is clear, but the information is general. Supporting details are relevant, but require more expansion.
Exceeding

The character chosen is clear and well-focused with detailed information. Relevant, quality details give the reader important information that goes beyond the obvious.
Critical Thinking

Did I include details that add to the tone/theme of my story? Out of all the characters introduced, why did I choose this one?

Beginning

Critical thinking is not evident in analyzing chosen character.
Developing

Demonstrates some critical thinking skills in analyzing chosen character. Examples are present, but lack clear relevancy.
Meeting

Demonstrates adequate application of critical thinking skills in analyzing chosen character Some examples given to support character analysis.
Exceeding

Demonstrates outstanding application of critical thinking skills in analyzing and interpreting chosen character. Examples to support character analysis are carefully selected.
Style, Grammar, Usage, Mechanics

Is my written description free of spelling and grammatical errors? Does each sentence add to my description?

Beginning

Paper flow is choppy. Sentence structure is overlooked. Multiple (more than three) errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage (unless for effect).
Developing

Paper flow varies from choppy to smooth. Sentence structure is considered, but not consistent. Few (two to three) errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage (unless for effect).
Meeting

Paper flows smoothly. Sentence structure is deliberate and contributes to tone. Very minimal errors (one to two) in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage (unless for effect).
Exceeding

Paper flows smoothly. Sentence structure is deliberate and contributes to tone.
No errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and usage (unless for effect).




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