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Descriptive Essay 
Descriptive Essay - 3203
Evaluates a descriptive essay
Rubric Code: Z84BA8
By allisonic
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Subject: English  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Descriptive Essay
  Excellent

10 pts

Good

7 pts

Fair

5 pts

Unsatisfactory

2 pts

MLA
20 pts

Excellent

All sources properly cited in both paper and Works Cited page. Almost zero or no errors in format or punctuation.


20 points
Good

All sources properly cited in both paper and works cited page. Few errors in format.



15 points
Fair

Not all sources are properly tied in both paper and works cited page. Multiple errors in format or punctuation.


10 points
Unsatisfactory

Sources not properly cited in both paper and works cited page. Many errors in format or punctuation. OR no bibliography

5 points
The Writing
20 pts

Excellent

Focuses on interesting or important topics. Includes sensory and memory details. Shows the topic in a fresh light


20 points
Good

Topic is interesting, but not presented well. Includes sensory and memory details.



15 points
Fair

Topic lacks interest and the writing is flawed. Few or no sensory and memory details.



10 points
Unsatisfactory

Weak and ineffective topic . No sensory or memory details.




5 points
Organization/Structure (10)
10 pts

Excellent

Starts by capturing the reader's attention. Follows a clear pattern of organization. Ends by reflecting on the importance of the topic.
Good

Does not initially capture the readers interest, but interest builds. Organization lacks clarity, but is present.
Conclusion mentions the topic, but without reflection.
Fair

Does not capture the readers attention. Lacks organization. Conclusion does not mention topic.
Unsatisfactory

Poor organization.
Voice
10 pts

Excellent

Shows the author's feeling about the topic through tone. Creates a specific feeling in the reader - mood.
Good

Author's feeling about the topic is vague. Reader's perception is vague.
Fair

Author's feelings about the topic are unclear.
Unsatisfactory

Author's feelings about the topic are absent.
Mechanics/Grammar
10 pts

Excellent

Under 5 Punctuation, spelling and grammar errors.
Good

5-7 Punctuation, spelling and grammar errors.
Fair

Major errors in punctuation, grammar and spelling.
Unsatisfactory

Too many major errors in grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Word Choice
10 pts

Excellent

Uses specific, concrete, nouns to create a precise picture. Uses modifiers that make the image clear.
Good

Uses vague terms and creates an unclear picture. Few modifiers used.
Fair

Word choice is confusing and does not create a solid image.
Unsatisfactory

Weak and ineffective,
or no descriptions
Sentence Style
10 pts

Excellent

Flows smoothly from one sentence to the next. Varies the types and kind of sentences.
Good

Some awkward transitions, but on the whole there is a flow. A few varied sentences
Fair

There is little or no flow from one sentence to the next. No variation.
Unsatisfactory

The sentence structure is confusing for the reader.
Peer Review
10 pts

Excellent

Excellent feedback. Actively participates in peer workshop.
Good

Good feedback. Participates in peer workshop.
Fair

Satisfactory feedback. Participates in peer workshop.
Unsatisfactory

Did not participate in peer workshop.



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