Name: __________________________________ Macbeth Act 1
Character Analysis In-Class Writing
Prepare a character analysis of either Lady Macbeth or Macbeth.
Note that character is generally developed through descriptions, actions and thoughts (by other characters).
Due at the end of this block.
Co-created Criteria (from Nov. 15 class)
Beginning (C/C+)
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Meeting (C+/B)
1-2 characteristics identified
Not supported with
evidence/examples
Fact errors/misunderstanding
Unclear in parts
Points may be unorganized
Some confusing errors in
spelling/grammar
Off topic
Missing a TAG statement
(title, author, genre)
Missing topic sentence/thesis
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3-4 valid and strong
characteristics
Includes TAG statement
Fluid – ideas flow, transitions
are used effectively
Supporting evidence provided
Correctly summarizes scenes
which show the characteristics
1-2 relevant quotes
incorporated
(though integration of quotes
could be improved)
Spelling/grammar does not
interfere with expression of
ideas
Vocabulary/diction may not
always be academic
Exceeding (B+/A)
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3-4 valid characteristics
Includes TAG statement
Strong quotes and supporting
evidence presented
Quotes integrated smoothly
and cited correctly
Clear thesis/topic statements
Analysis is structured and
organized
Moves beyond just
summarizing into explaining
how the scenes show the traits
Successfully concludes the
analysis
Clear grammar/spelling
Appropriate
vocabulary/diction
Sentence variety
Name: __________________________________
Macbeth Act 1:
Character Analysis In-Class Writing
Prepare a character analysis of either Lady Macbeth or Macbeth.
Note that character is generally developed through descriptions, actions and thoughts (by other characters).
Due at the end of this block.
Co-created Criteria (from Nov. 15 class)
Beginning (C/C+)








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1-2 characteristics identified
Not supported with
evidence/examples
Fact errors/misunderstanding
Unclear in parts
Points may be unorganized
Some confusing errors in
spelling/grammar
Off topic
Missing a TAG statement
(title, author, genre)
Missing topic sentence/thesis
Meeting (C+/B)
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

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3-4 valid and strong
characteristics
Includes TAG statement
Fluid – ideas flow, transitions
are used effectively
Supporting evidence provided
Correctly summarizes scenes
which show the characteristics
1-2 relevant quotes
incorporated
(though integration of quotes
could be improved)
Spelling/grammar does not
interfere with expression of
ideas
Vocabulary/diction may not
always be academic
Exceeding (B+/A)
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






3-4 valid characteristics
Includes TAG statement
Strong quotes and supporting
evidence presented
Quotes integrated smoothly
and cited correctly
Clear thesis/topic statements
Analysis is structured and
organized
Moves beyond just
summarizing into explaining
how the scenes show the traits
Successfully concludes the
analysis
Clear grammar/spelling
Appropriate
vocabulary/diction
Sentence variety