Writing a Summary Rubric
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4 Points |
3 Points |
2 Points |
1 Point |
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Correctly identifies the main idea in a clear and accurate manner. | Correctly identifies most of main idea in a complete sentence. | Identifies an important idea but not the main idea in a complete sentence. | Identifies a detail but not the main idea. |
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Clearly states 2 or more important details using own words or statements. | States at least 2 important details with some paraphrasing of information. | States at least 1 important detail. Demonstrates little if any paraphrasing. | Includes unnecessary details. Does not demonstrate any paraphrasing. |
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Conclusion |
Writes a clear and specific concluding statement. | Writes an adequate concluding statement. | Writes a weak concluding statement. | Does not include a concluding statement. |
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Mechanics and Grammar
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Contains few, if any spelling or grammatical errors. | Contains several errors in punctuation, spelling or grammar that do not interfere with meaning. | Contains many errors in punctuation, spelling and/or grammar that interferes with meaning. | Contains many errors in punctuation, spelling and/or grammar that make the piece illegible. |