Write an Essay - due in 48 hours
5-PARAGRAPH ESSAY GRADING RUBRIC
Mechanics (10)
· correct spelling and grammar
· proper punctuation and capitalization
· repeated use of same tense and person
· proper layout and spacing of text
· title is present
Organization (15)
· 5 complete paragraphs ( introduction, 3-body, conclusion)
· minimum # of 6 to 8 sentences per paragraph
· thesis statement is present and in correct location
· main ideas are present
· transitions are present
· overall structure of essay
S Style (15)
· appropriate tone used
· consideration for audience
· appropriate vocabulary level, choice and usage
· cohesive sentence flow and structure
· cohesive paragraph flow and structure
C Content (30)
information is present, accurate, informative, and cohesive
· lack of overstatements and/or generalizations
· usage and comprehension of factual material
A Analysis (30)
· main ideas are fully developed
· clinchers are fully developed and meet goals
· thesis is proven in each body paragraph
· development and comprehension of perspective