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Rubric for Second Paper Staple this to the front of your paper
Name: 0-2 3 4 5 score Part I Author’s reasons for
pursuing this topic are unclear. Item is unclear.
Gives at least one broad reason.
+ Adequately describes a speci�c, relevant item using concrete details.
+ Precisely describes a speci�c, relevant item using concrete details.
Part II ( double points )
No clear attempt made to write in author’s voice.
Uses at least 3 required quotes
+Makes a good case for what the author would think + Somewhat captures author’s voice and style
+Makes excellent case for what the author would think + Deftly captures author’s voice and style
Part III ( double points )
Needs to move past summary to analysis.
Frames quotes to show general understanding.
+ Comments on all quotations with detail and insight.
+ Delves deeply into quoted material to �nd nuances of meaning.
Part IV Needs to extend or connect ideas beyond summary.
Makes basic connections between chosen passage and contemporary issue or event.
+ Uses readings to shed light on issue. Provides insight into issue using course text.
+ Extends claims to logical/likely consequences. E.g. if this is true, what else must also be true?
Organization, Style (Parts I, III, IV), and Formatting
Needs basic organization. Needs work on basic conventions. Needs to review formatting guidelines. Serious formatting issues present.
Many ideas very loosely connected or without transition. Needs revising for grammar, clarity, and/or �ow. Formatting has 3 or more errors.
Mostly organized; one or two points may be out of place. Mostly clear; mostly free of distracting errors. Formatting mostly correct. May have made a small formatting error.
Moves carefully from point to point with a clear direction. + Extremely clear, engaging, personal voice shines through. All formatting is correct. Has all required drafts.
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