The rubric outlines criteria for a character analysis assignment, awarding points for an engaging introduction, support on why characters were chosen and their role, accurately describing at least two characters using traits and literary terms, and writing a 2-3 page analysis with good formatting, style, and minimal errors. Students can earn a total of 50 points by meeting the standards for each section.

1. Rubric for Character Analysis:
Introduction: The student creates an engaging hook that hooks in the reader, includes the book
title and author, and states the main topic.
+10 points
Support: Why did you pick these characters? Where do they fall in the story/main conflict?
+10 points
Characters: Accurately gives details on 2-3 characters from the book. Introduces and describes
the chosen characters. Includes traits that fully describe the characters. Chose at least 2
characters.
+10 points
Terms Evaluation: Uses at least 3 different literary terms to describe the character.
+10 points
Writing Style/Format: Character Analysis is at least 2-3 pages. Paragraphs flow smoothly with
transitions. Uses concise diction. Analysis has very little spelling and grammar errors.
+10 points
ASSIGNMENT TOTAL: __/50 points