Rubric – ELA Grade 12 “Shooting an Elephant” Analytical Essay

Criteria 2 4 6 8 10
Intro/Conclusion/Thesis Thesis is unclear or missing. Introduction and conclusion are weak. Thesis is present but lacks clarity. Introduction and conclusion are somewhat developed. Thesis is clear but may lack complexity. Introduction and conclusion are adequately developed. Thesis is clear and insightful. Introduction and conclusion are well-developed. Thesis is strong, nuanced, and engaging. Introduction and conclusion are compelling.
Topic Sentences and Transitions Topic sentences are unclear or missing. Transitions are choppy or absent. Topic sentences are present but may lack clarity. Transitions are somewhat effective. Topic sentences are clear but may lack depth. Transitions are adequately used. Topic sentences are clear and insightful. Transitions are effective. Topic sentences are strong, nuanced, and engaging. Transitions are seamless.
Evidence Little to no relevant evidence provided. Evidence is inaccurate or irrelevant. Some relevant evidence provided but lacks depth. Evidence may be somewhat inaccurate or irrelevant. Relevant evidence provided but may lack thorough analysis. Evidence is mostly accurate. Relevant evidence provided with insightful analysis. Evidence is accurate. Rich, varied, and relevant evidence provided with thorough analysis. Evidence is accurate and effectively supports arguments.
Commentary/Analysis Analysis is superficial or missing. Commentary lacks depth. Analysis is somewhat developed but lacks insight. Commentary may be repetitive. Analysis is adequate but may lack complexity. Commentary is mostly clear. Analysis is insightful and well-developed. Commentary is clear and engaging. Analysis is sophisticated and nuanced. Commentary is compelling and adds depth to the discussion.
Style/Vocab/Sentence Structure Writing style is inconsistent or inappropriate. Limited vocabulary and poor sentence structure. Writing style is somewhat consistent. Vocabulary and sentence structure are basic. Writing style is adequate but may lack sophistication. Vocabulary and sentence structure are appropriate. Writing style is engaging and coherent. Vocabulary and sentence structure enhance the essay. Writing style is polished and sophisticated. Varied vocabulary and strong sentence structure enhance the essay significantly.
Mechanics and Coherence Many errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Lack of coherence. Some errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Coherence is somewhat lacking. Few errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Coherence is adequate. Minor errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Coherence is well-maintained. Almost no errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Coherence is strong throughout.
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