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CC Argumentative Essay Rubric 
CC Argumentative Essay Rubric
The attached rubric supports Argumentative Essay Writing under the Common Core State Standards.
Rubric Code: AXX37C7
By Ofdist90
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Subject: Foreign Languages  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric CHMS Argumentative Essay Rubric
  Exemplary

20 pts

Proficient

18 pts

Emerging

16 pts

Not Yet Demonstrated

14 pts

Intro / Thesis
20 pts

Hook
stating Stance
Claim Statement
Exemplary

Well-developed introduction engages the reader and creates interest. Opinion is evident. Claim clearly states 3 reasons for position.
Proficient

Introduces the topic. The claim clearly states a problem and the writer's position is evident.
Emerging

Introduction may lack clarity. The claim states a problem, but writer's position may not be evident.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Introduction is a random collection of information, unclear, and may be loosely related to the topic. Claim / position is vague or not stated.
Argumentative Points
20 pts

Body Paragraphs
Counter Claim
Exemplary

Well-developed argumentative points directly support the writer's claim/ position. Supporting examples are concrete and detailed. Support is logical and well-thought-out. Counter claim acknowledges opposing viewpoints clearly and skillfully.
Proficient

Most argumentative points are related to the claim, but one may lack sufficient support or deviates from claim. Counter claim acknowledges opposing viewpoint(s) with some logic and clarity.
Emerging

More than one argumentative point lacks sufficient details and support. Writer attempts to address the counter claim, but the writer may not support the opposition clearly or adquately.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Most argumentative points are poorly developed. No addressing the counter is present.
Organization
20 pts

Structure
Paragraph Breaks
Transitions
Exemplary

Logical progression of ideas with a clear structure that enhances the claim. Transitions are smooth and provide coherence between and among ideas.
Proficient

Logical progression of ideas. Transitions are present throughout essay and provide adequate coherence between and among ideas.
Emerging

Organization is clear. Transitions are present, but may not lend to coherence between and among ideas.
Not Yet Demonstrated

No disceernable organization. Transition are not present.
Style & Conventions
20 pts

Formal tone
Capitalization, Punctuation,
Spelling,
Exemplary

Writing is smooth and skillful. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. A formal tone is used throughout the essay. Punctuation, spelling, & capitalization are accurate with few or no errors.
Proficient

Writing is clear and sentences have some varied structure. Formal tone is generally consistent throughout essay. Punctuation, spelling, & capitalization are generally accurate, with some errors.
Emerging

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. Formal tone may be inconsistent. Several errors in punctuation, spelling, & capitalization.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. Tone of piece is highly inconsistent. Many errors in punctuation, spelling, & capitalization distract reader.
Conclusion
20 pts

Summarizes the argument. Restates the three main points of the argument. Finalizes paper
Exemplary

Conclusion revisits the claim in a new way and finalizes the writer's position
Proficient

Conclusion summarizes claim and key points.
Emerging

Conclusion restates introduction too closely.
Not Yet Demonstrated

Conclusion does not re-visit the claim or summarize key argumentative point(s).





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