New York State Regents Text Analysis Exposition Rubric

Key Points

• This rubric guides assessment of text analysis responses on the NY Regents ELA exam
• It evaluates four main criteria: content/analysis, evidence, organization, and conventions
• It uses a 1-4 scoring scale with detailed performance descriptors
• It aligns with state standards for analytical writing

Full Rubric

Detailed Rubric Breakdown

Content and Analysis

Command of Evidence

Coherence, Organization, and Style

Control of Conventions

How to Use This Rubric

1. For Teachers: Use this rubric to assess students’ ability to analyze texts and evaluate their writing skills across multiple dimensions.

2. For Students: Use as a guide when practicing text analysis responses. Focus on all four criteria for comprehensive analytical writing.

3. For Test Prep: Understand expectations for each score level to target areas for improvement.

Tips for Success in Regents Text Analysis

1. Strong Analysis: Develop a well-reasoned central idea and identify key writing strategies.

2. Evidence Usage: Support analysis with specific, relevant evidence from the text.

3. Clear Organization: Create a logically organized response with appropriate transitions.

4. Professional Style: Maintain formal style and precise language throughout.

5. Proper Conventions: Pay attention to grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

6. Writing Strategy: Clearly explain how the author’s writing strategies develop the central idea.

7. Textual Support: Use direct quotations and specific references to support your analysis.

Important Notes

• Personal responses with minimal text reference score no higher than 1
• Completely copied responses receive a 0
• Responses unrelated to task/illegible receive a 0

Regular practice using this rubric will help students develop strong analytical writing skills for the Regents exam. Remember to address all components in your response and maintain focus on analyzing the author’s writing strategies.