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Theme Essay 
The Crucible - Theme Essay
Student will choose 3 universal themes from the novel and write a 5 paragraph essay about that theme and how it relates to the book.
Rubric Code: YXX3ABX
By Jevansdrms
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12, Undergraduate

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  Poor

1 pts

Fair - Beginning

2 pts

Good - Proficient

3 pts

Exceptional

4 pts

Introduction

Poor

Paper has no clear introduction
Fair - Beginning

Paper attempts to have a clear introduction but may not state one clear thesis and/or main points. The author and title are not mentioned. Essay lacks a hook.
Good - Proficient

Paper has a clear introduction that states the thesis and main points. Author and title are mentioned. Essay has a clear hook.
Exceptional

Paper goes above and beyond the requirements. Above grade level work. Hook is engaging. Thesis is advanced.
Conclusion

Poor

Paper has no clear conclusion.
Fair - Beginning

Paper attempts to have a clear conclusion but may not wrap up loose ends, including the theme and main points.
Good - Proficient

Paper has a clear conclusion and wraps up all loose ends.
Exceptional

Paper has a clear conclusion, wraps up loose ends in an engaging and interesting manner.
Conventions

Poor

Numerous errors in punctuation and spelling. Numerous errors in language structure. Verb usage inconsistent.
Fair - Beginning

Noticeable errors in punctuation and spelling. Noticeable errors in language structure. Some verb usage inconsistencies.
Good - Proficient

Minimal errors in punctuation and spelling. Minimal errors in language structure. Few verb usage inconsistencies.
Exceptional

Few, if any, punctuation and spelling errors. Few, if any, errors in language structure. Verb usage is consistent.
Theme Statements

Poor

Theme does not connect with novel or is stated incorrectly. The writing does not show evidence of comprehension of theme.
Fair - Beginning

The essay contains different themes. Theme may not be stated correctly. There is a lack of text to text connections or evidence to support theme.
Good - Proficient

1 theme is explored in body of the essay. Theme is stated correctly. Evidence is used to support the themes
Exceptional

1 theme is explored in the body of the essay. There is clear connection to other texts. One text is independent novel. Theme is stated correctly. Quotes are used to support theme.
Idea Development

Poor

Paper does not address the topic. Focus is unclear. Elaboration is insufficient or absent.
Fair - Beginning

Paper conveys only a minor sense of student's purpose. Focus is somewhat clear. Minimal elaboration. Comprehension of the book is not shown.
Good - Proficient

Paper generally conveys student's purpose. Focus is usually clear. Elaboration is not fully developed. Understanding of the book is evident.
Exceptional

Paper proficiently conveys student's purpose. Amount of details is appropriate. Essay shows deep comprehension of the book.




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