The River Between final paper rubric

The River Between Name:________________________
Essay: Final Paper Rubric

Ideas and content:
Has a creative title ____/1
Has a strong thesis and assertions statements ____/5
Used relevant details to support the main idea ____/6
Includes at least one well used quote in each assertion
(the quote must be explained) ____/6
Total: ____/18
Organization:
Fully organized argument
(logical sequencing) ____/6
Has a strong hook ____/2
Intro includes background info (novel, name, author, etc) ____/2
Has a strong conclusion ____/3
Used transitions between ideas ____/3
Total ____/16

Sentence Fluency:
Uses sentences that flow and sound natural ____/3
Varies patterns, lengths and beginnings of sentences ____/3
Total ____/6

Conventions:
Conventions (spelling and grammar) ____/6
Uses proper MLA format for parenthetical citations ____/3
Total ____/9

Word Choice and Voice:
Word choice and voice is professional and appropriate ____/4
Does not use first person language ____/2
Total ____/6

Total: ____/55
On-time/drafting and outline included ____/5
Original four questions ____/25
Final Grade ____/85


CIM grade
______Does not pass ______Meets _____Exceeds

Area that needs work to pass is circled above