Descriptive Essay Rubric
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Descriptive Essay Rubric
___The Writing
Focuses on an interesting subject, object, or place
Contains a variety of sensory details
Informs and entertains the reader.
___ Local Organization
Has a strong beginning, clear development, and an effective ending
Creates a whole picture of the object or place being described
___ Engaging Voice
Shows a thorough knowledge of the place or object being described
Speaks with an appropriate voice
___ Original Word Choice
Contains specific nouns, vivid verbs, and colorful modifiers
Uses terms appropriate to the purpose and audience
___ Effective Sentence Style
Flows smoothly from one idea to the next
Shows variety of sentence structure
___ Correct, Accurate Copy
Adheres to the basic rules of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Follows the correct formatting guidelines
Scoring Guide:
1=Incomplete
2=Keep Working
3=Satisfactory
4=Mastery Shown
5=Expert Level
Focuses on an interesting subject, object, or place
Contains a variety of sensory details
Informs and entertains the reader.
___ Local Organization
Has a strong beginning, clear development, and an effective ending
Creates a whole picture of the object or place being described
___ Engaging Voice
Shows a thorough knowledge of the place or object being described
Speaks with an appropriate voice
___ Original Word Choice
Contains specific nouns, vivid verbs, and colorful modifiers
Uses terms appropriate to the purpose and audience
___ Effective Sentence Style
Flows smoothly from one idea to the next
Shows variety of sentence structure
___ Correct, Accurate Copy
Adheres to the basic rules of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Follows the correct formatting guidelines
Scoring Guide:
1=Incomplete
2=Keep Working
3=Satisfactory
4=Mastery Shown
5=Expert Level
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