| Introduction |
Introduction is clear, engaging, and sets the stage for the essay. Grabs the reader’s attention immediately. |
Introduction is clear and sets the stage for the essay. Provides a good opening. |
Introduction is somewhat clear but may lack engagement or clarity. |
Introduction is unclear or missing. Does not set the stage for the essay. |
| Supporting Details |
Provides three or more strong reasons with detailed examples that clearly support the argument. |
Provides three reasons with examples that support the argument. |
Provides two reasons with some examples, but they may not be strong or clear. |
Provides one or no reasons with few or no examples. Reasons are unclear or missing. |
| Organization |
Ideas flow logically with clear transitions. Essay is very well-organized. |
Ideas flow logically with some transitions. Essay is organized. |
Ideas are somewhat organized but may lack clear transitions. |
Ideas are not organized. Lacks transitions and logical flow. |
| Conclusion |
Conclusion is clear and strongly reinforces the main argument. Leaves a lasting impression. |
Conclusion is clear and reinforces the main argument. |
Conclusion is somewhat clear but may not fully reinforce the main argument. |
Conclusion is unclear or missing. Does not reinforce the main argument. |
| Grammar and Mechanics |
Few to no spelling and punctuation errors. Writing is polished and professional. |
Some minor spelling and punctuation errors, but they do not distract from the essay. |
Several spelling and punctuation errors that may distract from the essay. |
Many spelling and punctuation errors that make the essay difficult to read. |
