Definition Essay Rubric
8pts 6pts 4pts 2pts
PURPOSE AND SUPPORTING DETAILS - The paper clearly introduces
and supports thesis statement. The paper uses specific examples to
support definition. The paper uses only information that is relevant
to the topic.
ORGANIZATION & STRUCTURE - The paper follows the appropriate
structure outlined (Intro paragraph, Function paragraph, Negation
paragraph, Example paragraph, Conclusion paragraph). The paper
breaks down information appropriately in each category and
information/examples are presented in a consistent, organized way.
TRANSITIONS - The paper moves smoothly from one idea to the next.
The paper uses appropriate transition words to show relationships
between ideas. The paper uses a variety of sentence structures and
transitions.
FORMATTING, GRAMMAR, AND SPELLING CONVENTIONS - Writer
makes no errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from
the content. The essay follows all formatting requirements.
Total:
/32 points
Definition Essay Rubric
8pts 6pts 4pts 2pts
PURPOSE AND SUPPORTING DETAILS - The paper clearly introduces
and supports thesis statement. The paper uses specific examples to
support definition. The paper uses only information that is relevant
to the topic.
ORGANIZATION & STRUCTURE - The paper follows the appropriate
structure outlined (Intro paragraph, Function paragraph, Negation
paragraph, Example paragraph, Conclusion paragraph). The paper
breaks down information appropriately in each category and
information/examples are presented in a consistent, organized way.
TRANSITIONS - The paper moves smoothly from one idea to the next.
The paper uses appropriate transition words to show relationships
between ideas. The paper uses a variety of sentence structures and
transitions.
FORMATTING, GRAMMAR, AND SPELLING CONVENTIONS - Writer
makes no errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from
the content. The essay follows all formatting requirements.
Total:
/32 points