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Four Paragraph Information Essay Rubric 
Four Paragraph Information Essay Rubric
Based on the article, "Eating Healthy in the Bronx," students explore the 'link' between obesity and hunger by discussing how junk food may contribute to both obesity and hunger. In the essay, students must discuss the quote: "Obesity and hunger are two sides of the same malnutrition coin. Empty calories are usually the cheapest and most accessible." Students must cite the article; moreover, students should conclude by stating what more they'd like to know about this topic.
Rubric Code: U9X7W6
By rmcapozzi
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Criteria for Essay
  Excellent

5 pts

Good

4 pts

Fair

3 pts

Poor

2 pts

Introduction

Excellent

Very well developed introduction. The sentences engage the reader and create interest. The subject of the essay is clearly introduced.
Good

The introduction creates some interest and is fairly well developed. The subject of the essay is clearly introduced.
Fair

The introduction introduces the subject but the sentences either do not give accurate and complete information or they lack detail.
Poor

The introduction statement does not introduce the subject and lacks detail.
Body Paragraphs (2)

Topic Sentences & Supporting Details
Excellent

These paragraphs contain a clearly focused topic sentence that relates to the process being described. Details in the essay are very clear and specific.
Good

These paragraphs contain a topic sentence that relates to the process being described. Details are clear and specific.
Fair

These paragraphs contain a topic sentence that relates to the process being described. There are details, but they are not very clear or specific.
Poor

There is no apparent topic sentence. Details are either wrong or lacking.
Conclusion

Excellent

The concluding paragraph effectively unifies the essay. It is related to the prompt and is creative and interesting.
Good

The concluding paragraph effectively unifies the essay, but it does not make a very interesting point about the prompt.
Fair

The concluding paragraph relates a conclusion to the process, but it does little to unify the essay around the prompt.
Poor

There is no apparent conclusion or point made about the prompt.
Organization/Structure

Each paragraph must have at least 4 complete sentences.
Excellent

Logical progression of details with a clear structure in at least 4 sentences. The transitions are appropriate and used very effectively to discuss several subtopics derived from the prompt.
Good

Logical progression of details with a clear structure in at least 4 sentences. Transitions are present, but they may not enhance the overall effectiveness of the essay. One or two subtopics are discussed.
Fair

Organization is clear. Some transitions are present, while others are either inappropriate or missing. Paragraph has 3 or less sentences, so the discussion of subtopics is incomplete.
Poor

No discernible organization. Transitions are lacking there are only 2 sentences in the paragraph.
Style

Sentence flow, tone, and word choice.
Excellent

Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Consistent and appropriate tone and word choice is used throughout the essay. Vivid sense language is used to create clear images.
Good

Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate. The prompt is sufficiently addressed.
Fair

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, does not help to clarify the prompt.
Poor

Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine.
The word choice is inadequate and the prompt is not explained.
Mechanics

-1 if no reference listed for a score of 4, 3, or 2.
Excellent

No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization. Reference listed.
Good

A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the essay. Reference listed.
Fair

A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that. while distracting, the meaning and intent of the essay can still be discerned. Reference listed.
Poor

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization. No reference is listed.



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