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Literature Analysis Rubric

Correct MLA header including

name and page numbers in correct

location, spacing and font. 5

Creative title indicating student

work (no italics, quotes or underlining). 5

Introductory graph includes author’s

name, name of work, genre, setting, and

timeframe. Intro incorporates details

about character and plot to inform

the reader without retelling the story. 10

Specific and concise thesis statement

which serves as a road map for the

reader. Avoids generalities. 5

Body paragraphs show clearly

thought out points (minimum of 3)

to support the thesis and presented

in chronological order in present tense. 30

Thoughtful quotations from

the work used in context that

support analysis.

No block quotes (40 or more words.) 15

Conclusion ties back to the thesis. 5

Correct in-text citation format. 5

Correct Work(s) Cited page. 5

Correct MLA format 5

Mechanics (punctuation, capitalization,

spelling, tense, NO personal pronouns, contractions, slang, passive construction, awkward phrasing dropped words or sentence fragments). 10

Total Score: 100

Peer edited draft attached (if applicable) and student has corrected highlighted problems 10

Points to Watch

· Watch tense shifts—write in present tense

· NO contractions

· Thesis statement must be precise and specific; state how you will specifically prove your point using what examples.

· Introduce characters

· Quotations must be part of a larger sentence.

· Quotations must support points and be used in context.

· Answer the question WHY something happens, not just what happens.

· Each paragraph requires a topic sentence.

· New idea/example = new paragraph.

· Write in chronological order.

· Do not overwrite—be precise and concise

· Avoid shallow analysis—dig deep

Recommendations

· Utilize Writing Center

· Attend after school Writer Workshops

· Please see me to discuss

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