| Claim |
Claim states a clear focus for the paragraph. |
Claim is off topic OR does not state a clear focus for the paragraph. |
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| Evidence |
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Clear and appropriate evidence is used to support the claim. |
Clear evidence is used to support the claim. |
Evidence is used to support the claim. |
Evidence is unrelated to the claim. |
No evidence is used. |
| Reasoning |
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Clear and appropriate reasoning is used to support the claim. The bulk of the paragraph contains reasoning that details how and why the evidence proves the claim. |
Clear reasoning is used to support the claim. The paragraph contains reasoning that details how and why the evidence proves the claim, but it is not as thorough as it should be. |
Reasoning is used to support the claim. The paragraph needs more explanation for how and why the evidence proves the claim. |
The paragraph lacks the reasoning needed to make a clear connection between the evidence and the claim. |
No attempt at reasoning. |
| Grammar Conventions |
Demonstrates acceptable grammar, mechanics, and sentence structure, including accurate attribution, citation, and objective tone. There may be a few minor errors, but meaning is clear. |
Includes many grammar, mechanics, and sentence structure errors that impede understanding. |
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