0—Does not meet requirements at all

1—Meets some of the requirements some of the time

2—Meets most of the requirements most of the time

3—Outstanding; meets all requirements all of the time.

Idea development

Ideas are undeveloped and do not address the prompt.

Main ideas about the prompt are clear, but supporting ideas are vague or nonexistent.

Ideas addressing the prompt are clear, with adequate supporting ideas.

Addresses prompt with effective and thoughtful ideas that are clearly and eloquently expressed.

Vocabulary

Appropriate vocabulary not used.

Vocabulary is used correctly some of the time.

Vocabulary is used correctly most of the time.

Vocabulary is used correctly all of the time.

Grammar

Grammar used incorrectly, impedes comprehension constantly.

Grammar used correctly some of the time.

Grammar used correctly most of the time.

Grammar used correctly all of the time.

Spelling

Serious spelling or accent errors in most words.

Several errors involving letters and/or accents.

Minor errors involving letters and/or accents.

No errors.