Name:_________________________
Date:_______________________
Compare and Contrast Essay Rubric
Introductio
n
Content
Conclusion
Organization/
Flow
Word
choice
Grammar/
Spelling
Total: ___24
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A hook captures the
reader’s attention. The
topic sentence of the
introduction is clearly
stated.
Writing shows
student understanding
throughout. Noting at
least three
similarities and
three differences
between the book and
the movie. Uses
insightful and
specific examples
from both sources.
Information is detailed
and not generalized.
The topic sentence
of the introduction
is clearly stated.
The topic sentence is
too vague.
There is no topic
sentence.
Writing shows
concrete
understanding of
similarities and
differences
between the the
book and the
movie. Appropriate
sources are used.
Information is
somewhat detailed.
Writing shows
understanding of
similarities and
differences of the
book and the movie.
Broad examples that
could be better
explained.
Writing does not
include three
examples of
similarities and
differences of the
book and the movie
OR
Content shows
several
inaccuracies and
confusion.
The conclusion
summarizes the
essay.
The conclusion is
lacking some
information.
The conclusion is
brief and/or unclear.
The conclusion wraps
up the essay and
leaves the reader with a
thoughtful impression.
Writing is clearly and
effectively organized in
a manner which gives
the reader smooth
reading. Transition
words are used to
effectively connect
ideas and transition
from one topic to
another.
Writing is logically
organized.
Transition words
are used
Writing is somewhat
organized. Points are
identifiable with
minimal
confusion of reader.
Writing is
disorganized and
hard to follow.
There may or may
not be any transition
words.
The writer's exceptional
word choice helps the
writing come alive.
Strong verbs and
adjectives help
create clear
pictures.
Some adjectives
used. Stronger verbs
would help to create
a clear picture.
Many general and
overused words do
not help the reader
"see" the story.
Uses complex
sentences to describe
information. Absolutely
no grammatical or
spelling errors. The
essay is flawless.
Uses some
complex sentences
and/or minor
grammatical
errors and few
spelling mistakes.
They do not take
away from reading
comprehension.
Uses a few complex
sentences but mostly
simple sentences
and/or several
grammar
and spelling
mistakes. May
impinge slightly on
document
comprehension.
Uses only simple
sentences and/or
numerous
mistakes are made
in grammar and
spelling making it
difficult to read the
work.