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Formal Writing Rubric

This document outlines a rubric for formal writing with six traits: ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions. Each trait is worth 5 points and describes what quality writing should demonstrate in that area. For example, ideas are well developed with specific, interesting details focused on a clear topic. Organization has a strong introduction, logical flow, and concluding section that ties the ideas together. The rubric provides a framework to assess and give feedback on student writing.

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Formal Writing Rubric

This document outlines a rubric for formal writing with six traits: ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions. Each trait is worth 5 points and describes what quality writing should demonstrate in that area. For example, ideas are well developed with specific, interesting details focused on a clear topic. Organization has a strong introduction, logical flow, and concluding section that ties the ideas together. The rubric provides a framework to assess and give feedback on student writing.

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Formal Writing Rubric Writing Traits

Ideas the content, the theme, and message


Is the topic small and manageable? Does the piece stay focused on an idea? Is the topic written about in a unique way? Are the details specific, relevant to the topic, and interesting? Can someone easily explain what the piece is about?

points worth 5

points earned

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Organization the structure of the writing


Does the piece have a strong beginning (introduction) and give the reader clues about what is coming? Are the details connected to the topic and in the right place? Do the most important parts contain the most elaboration? Does the piece end (conclusion) smoothly and naturally and tie all of the ideas together?

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Voice the personal tone that brings the writing to life


Does the reader feel that the writer of this piece is talking directly to him or her? Does the writer show an exceptional interest in the topic and a clear and convincing point of view? Is the piece written with confidence and sincerity? Can the reader tell who wrote the piece?

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Word Choice the vocabulary used to convey meaning


Is the word choice specific and descriptive? Are specific words carefully chosen to create a vivid picture in the readers mind? Has the writer avoided repeating any one word too many times?

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Sentence Fluency flow and rhythm of the writing


Are sentences varied in length? Do sentences start out with different beginnings? Are transition words used in a way that helps the piece flow? Is it easy to read this piece aloud? When read aloud, does the piece have a good flow and rhythm?

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Conventions correct spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar


Is spelling correct? Have correct capitals been used? Are paragraphs indented? Are periods, commas, question marks, exclamation points, apostrophes, and quotation marks in the correct places?

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Presentation the overall look of the writing


Is writing neat and readable; or if typed, are font style and size readable? Do spacing and margins help the reader? Are visuals such as illustrations, graphs, or diagrams related to the piece, and do the visuals help the reader understand the message better? Are the 8th grade writing requirements followed?

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Total: 35

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