Name: _________________________ _ Per: ___

Evaluation Rubric
Rating Scale:

1 = poor 2 = weak 3 = average 4 = good 5 = excellent

Content:

1. Essay is written in expository format ____

2. Each paragraph begins with a general topic sentence and ends with a concluding sentence ____

3. Each paragraph contains supporting details and vivid examples ____

4. Stays on topic/organization _____

5. Appropriate transitions are used to connect sentences and thoughts ____

Usage and Mechanics:

6. Paper is neat, written in ink, and double spaced ____

7. Fragments, run-on sentences, and spelling errors are avoided ____

Total Score = 50 points for completion + points from the evaluation rubric

TOTAL SCORE: _______ / 85 Possible