Rubric: Othello Passage Analysis
The grading rubric for the passage analysis homework.
ENGLISH 11AP:
Rubric – Othello Analysis
Name
Date Per.
A = 5
- CONTENT:
- Thoroughly and thoughtfully paraphrases passage
Accurately analyzes passage, connecting it to plot, character, theme with originality
Shows substantial depth, fullness, and complexity of thought
Demonstrates exceptionally clear, focused, unified, and coherent organization - STYLE:
- Shows superior control of diction, syntactic variety, and transition
Demonstrates unique, creative expression - MECHANICS:
- Word-processed as required with no errors in language, syntax, or mechanics
B = 4
- CONTENT:
- Clearly paraphrases passage
Clearly and accurately analyzes passage, connecting it to plot, character, and/or theme
Shows some depth and complexity of thought
Is effectively organized - STYLE:
- Demonstrates control of diction, syntactic variety, and transition
- MECHANICS:
- Word-processed as required; may also have a few minor errors
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C = 3
- CONTENT:
- Adequately paraphrases passage
Shows clarity of thought in analysis but may lack complexity
Is organized
Is adequately developed with some detail - STYLE:
- Sentences are clear with no structural problems, but there is little variety
Average word choice - MECHANICS:
- Word-processed as required; contains no major errors (e.g. fragments and run-ons)
D = 2
- CONTENT:
- May distort or neglect elements of the passage
May be simplistic or stereotyped in analysis
May have generalizations without supporting detail or detail without generalizations; may be undeveloped - STYLE:
- Sentences may be short and choppy, or structurally awkward
Uses limited vocabulary; overuse of clichéd language - MECHANICS:
- Not word-processed; may show patterns of flaws in language, syntax, or mechanics
F = 1
- CONTENT:
- Fails in its attempt to paraphrase the passage
May be off-topic
Is so incompletely developed as to suggest or demonstrate incompetence - STYLE:
- Inadequate in all respects
- MECHANICS:
- Not word-processed; numerous serious fundamental errors
TOTAL/3 = Letter Grade