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Definition Essay 
Definition Essay
Rubric Code: X7B666
By LTowell
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  Exemplary

A work

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Good

B work

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Satisfactory

C work

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Unsatisfactory

Failing

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Intro paragraph/Thesis

Exemplary

Well developed introduction with background. Thesis clearly states the word to be defined and the supporting points. Engaging and creates interest.
Good

Thesis creates interest and is fairly well developed, but it is not very engaging or creative.
Satisfactory

Thesis states what is being defined but it does not include a clear category or the the characteristics do not denote the uniqueness of the term.
Unsatisfactory

The thesis does not state what is being defined or there is no category or unique defining characteristics included in the sentence. There is no conclusion.
Body Paragraphs

Exemplary

Each body paragraph has an underline topic sentence. Details in the paragraph are concrete and specific - term is defined with unique characteristics. There are enough details, and they relate to the topic sentence.
Good

Details are concrete and specific, but they are not engaging and interesting. They lack creativity and clarity.
Satisfactory

There are details, but they are either not concrete and specific, or there are not enough of them to adequately define the term.
Unsatisfactory

Details are either wrong or lacking, or they are not related to the topic sentence.
Organization/Structure

Exemplary

The details are in a clear, effective order, and they define the term in concrete terms with unique characteristics that are not overlapped and repeated.
Good

The details are in a clear. effective order and they define the term, but they are not very interesting or engaging.
Satisfactory

The details are in a discernible order, but there are not enough to clearly define the term in a concrete manner with unique characteristics.
Unsatisfactory

No discernible organization. Details are either missing or not in any discernible order.
Style: sentence flow, tone, and

Exemplary

Writing is smooth, skillfull, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Transitions are appropriate and effective.
Good

Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. Word choice is appropriate with fairly good use of transitions to guide the reader.
Satisfactory

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. While transitions are present they do not add to the overall effectiveness of the paragraph.
Unsatisfactory

Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences.Transitions are either missing or inappropriate.
Mechanics /Formatting

Double-spaced five-paragraph essay. Correct MLA format upper left front page. Name and page number on all pages. Thesis and topic sentences underlined. Correct title format.
Exemplary

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

A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but overall meaning and effectiveness still clear.
Satisfactory

A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization- the meaning and intent of the paragraph still discernable.
Unsatisfactory

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.
Conclusion

Exemplary

The conclusion summarized the content of the thesis in a creative & interesting fashion.
Good

The conclusion is fairly well developed, but does not adequately restate the thesis
Satisfactory

The conclusion too closely mirrors the construction of the thesis.
Unsatisfactory

Conclusion lacks assigned number of sentences; mirrors introductory paragraph.




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