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Writing Unit 1Student Name
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Does not meet the standardAlmost meets the standardMeets the standardExceeds the standard
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Writer's Intentions
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Idea Development Poor support of thesis and topic sentences; little or flawed analysis of materialMinimal support of thesis and topic sentences; repeats ideas; minimal analysis of materialAdequate support of thesis and topic sentences; satisfactory analysis of materialRich, detailed support of thesis and topic sentences; sophisticated analysis of materia0
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Organization Minimal organization; may be lacking introduction and conclusion as well as transitions; poor body paragraph structure Attempted organization but introduction needs work; transitions missing or weak; weak conclusionLogically organized with defined introduction; effective transitions; coherent body paragraphs; adequate conclusionLogically organized with highly effective introduction; smooth transitions; well-crafted body paragraphs with strong topic sentences; insightful conclusion 0
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Selection of SupportLittle or flawed selection of quotations, minimal support of thesisSelection of quotations mostly support thesis - be more specific and clear with analysis to connect to thesisAccurate selection of quotations and/or examples support thesisSophisticated selection of quotations and/or examples precisely support thesis 0
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Writer’s Craft
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Audience & Purpose Lacks understanding of purpose and audience Shows some understanding of purpose of paper or audience - no first person in academic writingConveys purpose for paper and clear attention to intended audienceClearly defines purpose of paper and writes eloquently for intended audience0
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Sentence Structure Sentence fragments and run-ons appear frequently; choppy and irregular flowSentences tend to be choppy and have awkward flowSentences are complete and varied; overall flow is smoothSentences use length and pattern to enhance comprehension and flow 0
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DictionWord choice is simple and predictable; characterized by frequent repetitions and vaguenessWord choice is familiar and adequate, at times repetitive; verbs could be more vivid and specific Word choice reflects strong vocabulary; some active verbs and variationWord choice is vivid and precise, showing sophisticated vocabulary; variety of powerful verbs0
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Writer’s Attention to Detail
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ConventionsMany errors in grammar, usage, mechanics or spelling; errors interfere with communicationErrors in grammar, usage, mechanics, or spelling Few minor errors in grammar, usage, mechanics, or spelling Excellent control of grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling0
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Formatting (1” margins, header, 12pt standard font, double spaced)Many errors in formatting Some errors in formattingNo errors in formatting0
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Length Does not meet length requirementMeets length requirement0
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