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History Interview Essay Rubric 
Interview an individual and compose a well-written essay about their experience surrounding their migration to Canada.
Rubric Code: V247CB6
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Subject: History  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Excellent

5 pts

Good

4 pts

Poor

2 pts


1 pts

Introduction

Excellent

Includes personal information of the person being interviewed and provides an overall focus for the biography and/or personal experience; stating the historical event being discussed..
Good

Includes personal information of the person being interviewed and provides a focus for the biography and/or personal experience.
Poor

Includes some personal information with a weak outline of the body of the essay.
1

No clear distinction between the introduction and body. Very little information on who the biography is about.
Content

Excellent

Essay contains quotes and many details about the personal experience of the individual being interviewed. Facts seem accurate and are a reflection based on a one-on-one interview.
Good

The essay contains experiences of the individual being interviewed. Facts seem relevant and are reflection based on a on-on-one interview.
Poor

Some personal information included. Describes the experience in a basic way. Includes few facts and minor effort in reflecting on interview.
1

No accurate factual information or reflections. It is apparent an interview did not take place.
Conclusion

Excellent

The conclusion Solid. It summarizes the main points and experiences of the individual's journey.
Good

Provides a review of the individuals experience as stated in the essay without repetitive vocabulary and terms.
Poor

Some review of the information gotten from the interview. A conclusion exists but is weak.
1

Does not offer a review or conclusion thoughts for the essay.
Organization

Excellent

Proper paragraph order that is clear and easy to follow. Includes an introduction, body and conclusion with developed thoughts and details.
Good

Proper paragraph order that is clear and easy to follow. Includes an introduction, body and conclusion with some thoughts and details.
Poor

Distinguishable paragraphs with some development in thoughts and details. Events are arranged out of order with some difficulty in following chronological order.
1

No distinguishable introduction, body or conclusion. Thoughts are scattered and do not flow well. No thought development or effort made in providing details.
Length

Excellent

8-10 well-written paragraphs.
Good

7 paragraphs
Poor

6 or less paragraphs
1

No visible paragraphs present. The student shows no understanding of paragraph building.
Mechanics

Excellent

Very little spelling, grammar and punctuation mistakes. Any mistake does not distract the reader from understanding the story.
Good

No more than 10 spelling, grammar and punctuation mistakes. A proof-reading effort has been made. Exceptional writing effort.
Poor

More than 10 spelling, grammar and punctuation mistakes. Some proof-reading has occurred however few changes were made. Good writing effort.
1

Excessive errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar. No proof-reading or effort made.



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  • biography, History, Interview







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