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Arguing Definition Essay Rubric 
Causal Argument Essay Rubric
Rubric Code: HXAXA8A
By LWLassiter
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Arguing Definition
  Excellent A+

20 pts

Good B

17 pts

Fair C

15 pts

Poor D

13 pts

Strength of definition

20 points
Excellent A+

The definition is well crafted and challenges the reader to delve into their preconceptions of how the issue or word is defined.
The argument avoids slipping into an argument about value.
The definition is revelatory and narrowly focused.
Good B

The definition is thoughtfully crafted and shows evidence of good planning. Very few logical fallacies. The definition is revelatory but not narrowly focused.
Fair C

There is a definition, but it is predictable and does not push the reader toward critical thinking. Shows some fallacies in logic. The definition is not revelatory.
Poor D

There is no recognizable definition or it is so weak that it is not compelling. Significant logical fallacies.
Organization

20 points
Excellent A+

The introduction hooks attention. Body supports and proves the definition. The analysis is effective and well thought out and the argument focuses on the definition.
Good B

The essay contains all the essential elements of a strong introduction, textual support in the body, and a conclusion.
Fair C

The essay is lacking in one organizational feature needed for completeness.
Poor D

The essay lacks more than one feature expected for sound organization.
Reference support

20 points
Excellent A+

The paper provides sufficient research reference and/or support passages to support the definition. Sources show depth and significant effort in research.
Good B

The paper provides sufficient textual reference to support the definition. Sources are adequate, but not outstanding.
Fair C

The paper provides some textual references, but does not convincingly support the argued definition. Sources are not very strong, valid, and/or credible and do not work well in the argument.
Poor D

The paper provides no references, or the references do little to support the argued defintion. Sources are missing OR invalid.
Writing Skills

20 points
Excellent A+

The essay contains excellent vocabulary, active verbs, and varied sentence structure. Paragraphs link with effective transitions to mark relationships. Writing is vibrant and interesting.
Good B

The essay uses good vocabulary and attempts to vary sentence structure. The writer uses transition words to link paragraphs. Writing is somewhat interesting, but not outstanding.
Fair C

The essay uses words correctly, but does not stretch for usage. Few transitions exist between paragraphs. Writing is lacking in vibrancy and interest.
Poor D

The vocabulary is low level and the writer does not link sentences and paragraphs for flow of language or meaning. Writing has no power, vibrancy, and/or interest to the reader.
Format and mechanics

20 points
Excellent A+

The paper (including Works Cited page) is in exact MLA format, and is free from spelling and grammatical errors.
Good B

The paper (including Works Cited page) has one or two errors in MLA format, and/or has one or two major spelling or grammatical errors.
Fair C

The paper (including Works Cited page) has several errors in MLA format, and/or several major spelling or grammatical errors.
Poor D

The paper (including Works Cited page) has many errors in MLA format, and/or has significant spelling and grammatical errors.




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