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Social studies Essay
Short Essay
Introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion
Rubric Code:
XXX9265
By
finesse3
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Paragraph
Unsatisfactory
1 pts
Satisfactory
2 pts
Good
3 pts
Exemplary
4 pts
Introduction
Unsatisfactory
The introduction does not introduce the topic, or it may not be a logical funnel.
Introduction does not address the task.
Satisfactory
Introduction introduces the topic, but it either does not give accurate and complete information, or it lacks detail and creativity. Introduction addresses a part of the task.
Good
Introduction creates interest and is fairly well developed. It contains accurate and complete information regarding the topic and task being described, it is beginning to be very engaging.
Exemplary
Very well developed introduction. It engages the reader and creates interest. Contains accurate and complete information regarding the topic and tasks to be described. Addresses all tasks.
Details/Examples
Unsatisfactory
Details/examples are either wrong or lacking. The student is not writing toward the requested tasks. There is no dominant impression created in the paragraph.
Satisfactory
There are details/examples, but they are either unclear or not presented well. The writing is somewhat on task. Student is making progress in getting their point across.
Good
Details/examples are clear and presented from general to specific. Ideas and sentences are developed. Tasks are addressed.
Exemplary
Details/examples in the paragraph are clear and well developed, and there are enough details to create vivid images in the reader's mind with the use of vivid/ sense language that creates a dominant impression.
Organization/Structure
Unsatisfactory
No discernible organization. Transitions are not present.<BR>
Satisfactory
Organization is clear. Some transitions are present, while others are either inappropriate or missing.
Good
Logical progression of details. Transitions are present, but they do not enhance the overall effectiveness of the paragraph.
Exemplary
Logical progression of details with a clear structure that enhances the paragraph and provides a vivid description of the topic with appropriate and effective transitions.
Style: sentence flow, tone, and
Unsatisfactory
Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine. <BR>
The word choice is inadequate.
Satisfactory
Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better. While sense language is used, it is not very effective in creating imagery
Good
Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate with fairly good use of sense language to create imagery.
Exemplary
Writing is smooth, skillfull, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Consistent and appropriate tone and word choice is used throughout the paragraph. Sense language is used to "show, not tell" the reader what is being described.
Conclusion
Unsatisfactory
The conclusion does not summarize or restate tasks, or may be incomplete.
Satisfactory
Summarizes or restates the tasks, but may be incomplete.
Good
Summarizes or restates the tasks. Student opinion and perspective is somewhat clear.
Exemplary
Conclusion is strong and restates tasks or summarizes clearly, and offers a concluding thought.
Mechanics
Unsatisfactory
Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.
Satisfactory
A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that. while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned.
Good
A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph.
Exemplary
No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.
Keywords:
Descriptive Paragraph, rubric, writing components
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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