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Organization

There are 3 paragraphs containing a minimum of 4-5 sentences per paragraph. Clear transitions are used.

Only two clearly defined paragraphs are written. Transisitions are somewhat clear

Only one paragraph is written, but contains the minimum 4-5 sentences.

Little or no attempt at this writing assignment is made. No clearly defined paragraphs.

Content

Student thoughtfully answers question posed by assignment. Makes clear and informative argument. Opinion is clearly expressed.

Student answers question posed by assignment. Opinion is expressed, but vague explanation is given.

Student only partially answers question. Does not explain opinion.

Student does not answer question. Writing is off topic.

Spelling & Grammar

There are no spelling or grammar errors in assignment.

There is 1 spelling and/or grammatical error in assignment.

There are 2-3 spelling and/or grammatical errors in assignment.

There are more than 3 spelling and/or grammatical errors in assignment.