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 Basic Writing Rubric

 

 

 Standards

Possible
Points

     Assessment

 Self

 Teacher

 The point/topic sentence is effective and clear.

    15

 

 

 Each sentence is capitalized.

   10

 

 

Appropriate end marks are evident.

   10

 

 

 There are enough appropriate and accurate details to support   the topic sentence..

   25

 

 

No fragments or run on sentences are present.

  10

 

 

An appropriate closing sentence is provided.

  15

 

 

 The choice of words is appropriate, varied, and creates a natural voice.

  10

 

 

 The paper is neat and presentable.

   5

 

 

 Total:

 100

 

 

 

 

                                            

 

                                                               BOOK REPORT RUBRIC    

 

Name __________________________________ Date _______________

 

 Standards

4
Exceeds Mastery

3
Mastery Achieved

2

Approaching

Mastery

1

Mastery

Not Achieved

Weight

Actual Score

Total Points

Preparation Process

 

   QCC#64


a. Extensive preparation tasks (e.g., outlining, web, note taking).
b. Evident student has thoroughly read the book.


a. At least two preparation tasks.
b. Student is familiar with the book.

 

a. At least one preparation task evident.
b. Student is partially familiar with the book.


a. No preparation tasks evident.
b. It is evident that the student has not read the book.

___=

 

Content Knowledge

 

QCC’S

#21,29,32

 

a. Summary clear and concise.
b. Three basic questions answered:
• What is the book about?
• What does reviewer like/dislike about the book?
• What is the theme/message of book?
c. Summary provides accurate, relevant, complete information.
d. Information entirely author’s own words other than appropriate citations.

 

a. Summary clear.
b. All questions attempted but only two of three addressed sufficiently.
c. Summary provides sufficient accurate information but some details not relevant.
d. Portions of information author’s own words other than appropriate citations.

 

a. Summary partially clear.
b. Some of the basic questions attempted or addressed sufficiently.
c. Summary provides sketchy information-many details unclear.
d. Some of information not in author’s own words.

 

a. Summary weak or missing.
b. None of the basic questions attempted or addressed sufficiently.
c. Summary provides insufficient information- many details not relevant.
d. Majority of information not in author’s own words.

____=

 

Format and Structure

QCC’S

#65,69


a. Key points tied together in a logical sequence.
b. Organizes ideas effectively using complete sentences and paragraphs.
c. Author’s style, tone, and voice compelling, original, and fresh- highly appropriate to content/audience.


a. Facts tied together.
b. Ideas organized into paragraphs.
c. Author’s style and voice clear.
d. Tone and appropriate.

 

a. Attempt made to tie facts together.
b. Attempts to organize ideas into paragraphs
c. Author’s style, voice, and tone appropriate, but not sustained.

 

a. Facts not tied together.
b. Ideas not organized.
c. Author’s style, tone, and voice missing or weak.

____ =

 

 

        Text Communication

QCC# 71,73

a. Word choice is powerful – specific, accurate, vivid, and descriptive.
b. Highly fluent, expressive, detailed and original.
c. Minor or no mechanical errors (spelling, punctuation, grammar, sentence structure). Reflects grade-level competency and some risk-taking.

a. Word choice is acceptable – routine but effective language.
b. Fluent with some details.
c. Few mechanical errors, but does not interfere with message.

a. Word choice routine and ineffective language.
b. Fluent with few details.
c. Many mechanical errors – distracting, message is readable.

a. Word choice is dull, uninspired or trying to impress with inappropriate words.
b. Lacks fluency, details or originality.
c. Overwhelming mechanical errors; detract and interfere with message.

10

____=

 

 

 

The Standard Format for a Written Book Report

 

Introduction

  • (Paragraph One)
    This paragraph should include the title of the book, the name of the author, and the genre (type of literature). Describe the setting and quickly summarize what the book is about.

The Body

  •  (Paragraph Two)
    Describe the main characters of the story. Then, describe the conflict, or the problem. .

  • (Paragraph Three)
    Summarize the plot and how it relates to the conflict. Begin with the part of the story where events build (action).
  • (Paragraph Four)
  • Describe the climax, where the story reaches its most dramatic point. Do not tell the ending.

The Conclusion

  • (Paragraph Five)
    State your personal opinion of the book. What did you think of it? Discuss whether you liked or did not like the book.  What did you like the most about it? Would you recommend it to others? Why or why not? 

 

  • Edit and revise the report.
  • Use your rubric to determine if you have mastered all standards listed.
  • Include a Cover Page (title of the book, your name, the date it is due)