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Essay Rubric
The introduction includes a strong hook, background information and thesis statement addressing the prompt. ___/10
Body paragraphs begin with a topic sentence. Each topic sentence clearly introduces what each paragraph is about. Each topic sentence links back to the original thesis statement and addresses the prompt. ___/5
Body paragraphs include quotes and supporting details from the book with analysis to support the topic sentence and thesis. Each body paragraph contains at least one quote. Page numbers and author’s name are cited in parenthesis after each quote.___/15
The conclusion restates the thesis, summarizes the big ideas and draws to a close. ___/10
Overall, the essay’s purpose is clear. All parts of the prompt are fully and effectively addressed in a 5-paragraph format. ___/5
Few errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, mechanics that do not interfere with reading and understanding. ___/5
Final Grade ___/50
4 paragraphs no exact words needed