| Criteria | Excellent (5 points) | Good (4 points) | Satisfactory (3 points) | Needs Improvement (2 points) | Unsatisfactory (1 point) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | Engaging and clear introduction that introduces the city with a strong hook and sets the tone for the essay. | Clear introduction that introduces the city and sets the tone for the essay. | Introduction introduces the city but may lack engagement or clarity. | Weak introduction that does not clearly introduce the city or set the tone. | No clear introduction or hook; the city is not introduced. |
| Body Paragraphs | Three well-developed paragraphs with vivid descriptions and clear details about the city. | Three paragraphs with good descriptions and details about the city. | Three paragraphs with basic descriptions and some details about the city. | Less than three paragraphs or paragraphs lack sufficient details and descriptions. | Body paragraphs are missing or lack descriptions and details. |
| Conclusion | Strong conclusion that summarizes the essay and leaves a lasting impression. | Good conclusion that summarizes the essay well. | Conclusion is present but may not effectively summarize the essay. | Weak conclusion that does not summarize the essay effectively. | No clear conclusion or summary of the essay. |
| Creativity | Highly creative descriptions that make the city come alive with unique and imaginative elements. | Creative descriptions that make the city interesting with some imaginative elements. | Some creative elements in the descriptions, but lacks uniqueness. | Few creative elements; descriptions are mostly plain. | Lacks creativity and imaginative elements in the descriptions. |
| Grammar and Mechanics | Virtually no errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. | Few minor errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. | Some errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling that do not interfere with understanding. | Frequent errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling that may interfere with understanding. | Numerous errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling that make the essay difficult to understand. |