Name: Date: Subject: Time of Class:

Directions: Circle the score for each category. Add the scores to determine the overall score.

TRAIT SCORE TEACHER COMMENTS

Introduce topic 5 4 3 2 1
 Topic is clearly
introduced.
 Demonstrates strong
understanding of topic.
Uses facts and definitions 5 4 3 2 1
 Supports topic skillfully
with facts, definitions
and details.
Organization 5 4 3 2 1
 Organized ideas and
information into clear
paragraph structure.
 Uses effective linking
words to connect ideas.
Provides conclusion 5 4 3 2 1
 Solid concluding
sentence is present.
Grammar and Mechanics 5 4 3 2 1
 Capital letters and
punctuation are used
correctly. Produces
correct simple and
compound sentences
Presentation 5 4 3 2 1
 The writing is neat and
legible.
5 – Outstanding 4 – Very Good 3 – Average 2 – Below Average 1 - Poor