ENG Literary analysis 750-800 words (need in 18 hours )

Literary Analysis Grading Rubric Topic Incorrect/missing

0 – 3 points

Does not meet 4 – 6 points

Meets requirements 7-8 points

Exceeds requirements 9 – 10 points

Intro> No intro Uses generic labels (e.g. no “theme”

Uses generic labels Lacks reader interest

ID’s subject (title/theme) Sets up reader expectation

ID’s topic & theme Connects reader with relevance between reader & topic

Thesis> No thesis Flat statement that cannot be disputed

An arguable statement Specifies theme Specifies literary tool

Challenging word choice Assertive word selection Takes a risk

Relevant examples X 2>

Summarizes reading One example Does not connect to thesis Retells story

Minimum two examples Examples are directly related to thesis

2-3 examples Uses actives verbs; precise details & characteristics

Clear explanation of examples X2>

Summarizes or retells story

One example Insufficient detail Flat statement

Minimum two examples Show connection between theme and examples

Specific and clear detail for each example Anticipates reader’s questions

Conclusion> No conclusion; restates thesis

Summarizes main idea, but does not comment on significance of theme

Comments on significant of topic to idea of permanent/universal interest

Enlightened perspective Connects to long- term cultural/historical involvement with permanent & universal interest

Coherence> Ideas do not follow; makes no sense

Paragraphs not organized Ideas not organized Not topic sentences

Correct paragraph structure Clear topic sentences Ideas follow logical pattern

Uses transitions effectively Clear topic sentences Well-organized

Clarity Diction>

Distracting errors Distracting grammar usage

Distracting grammatical errors Uses 1st & 2nd person prn

Correct use of language 2 – 3 grammar errors

Specific word choice Clear diction Active verbs

-1 point for each error

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Citations

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