Final Essay Rubric

PRINT YOUU PARTNER’S ESSAY!!! This is the same checklist I will be using with your final test. C- OK Good title (Capitalized, 2-5 words maximum) What is the thesis statement? Is it too broad? Too general? Complete sentences (Does not start a sentence with: and, but, so, because)? Are there 5 paragraphs/6 sentences long/3 supporting points? Do the supporting points have details? Does the conclusion have a sentence that rephrases the thesis? Does the conclusion have a summary of the supporting points? What types of sentences (simple, complex, compound)? Is there good spelling? Good grammar? How many transition words are used? Can you add any more transitions? Where? Are all the sentences combined? Can you combine any others? B- GOOD Hook (paragraph 1): What hook techniques were used (minimum 2)? Surprise Question Imaginary Situation Story Quotation Shared Memory Does the hook give the readers time to think? Does the hook CONNECT with the THESIS? How does it hook the head? How does it hook the heart? Does the hook "spoil" the reasons/details/opinions of the essay? Body (JUST paragraphs 2-3): Do the body paragraphs have interesting and specific details? What types? Where? Stories Facts Quotations Examples Opinions Statistics Do the details give good EVIDENCE? What authorities are used? Is all the evidence credible/believable? A- GREAT Counterargument (paragraph 4): What is the counter-argument? Is it a strong counterargument? What are the reasons for it? Does supporting point 3 (and 1/2) successfully defend against the counterargument? Conclusion (paragraph 5: Why is the conclusion memorable/emotional? What was used? a quotation a prediction a recommendation an anecdote a solution a call to action What was the best part of this essay? What part needs help? What grade would you give it?