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DEBATE RUBRIC - Murder or Self-Defense? 
Rubric Code: HXB6C4A
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Subject: English  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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24 Possible Points
 

4 pts


3 pts


2 pts


1 pts

Organization and Clarity
1 pts

Viewpoints and responses are outlined clearly and in an organized way

4 ( x 1 pts)

The team clearly understood the topic in-depth and presented the information convincingly.
3 ( x 1 pts)

The team understood the topic in-depth and presented the information with ease.
2 ( x 1 pts)

The team seemed to understand the main points of the topic and presented those with some efficiency.
1 ( x 1 pts)

Unclear throughout the debate
Use of arguments
1 pts

Reasons are given to support point of view

4 ( x 1 pts)

Opening statement clearly defines the viewpoint of the team and briefly lists their 3 major points in a clever and interesting way.
3 ( x 1 pts)

Opening statement clearly defines the viewpoint of the team and briefly lists their 3 major points in a somewhat interesting way.
2 ( x 1 pts)

Opening statement attempts to clearly define the viewpoint of the team and briefly lists 2 major points.
1 ( x 1 pts)

Opening statement doesn't define the viewpoint and doesn't list major reasons.
Use of evidence, examples and facts
1 pts

Examples and evidence are provided to support reasons

4 ( x 1 pts)

Evidence included at least 3 details and examples to support their answer in a highly persuasive manner.
3 ( x 1 pts)

Evidence included at least 3 details and examples to support their answer in a somewhat interesting way.
2 ( x 1 pts)

Evidence included only 2 details and examples to support their answer.
1 ( x 1 pts)

Evidence included only 1 detail and example to support their answer.
Use of rebuttal
1 pts

Arguments made by opposing team are responded to and dealt with effectively

4 ( x 1 pts)

PAll counter-arguments were accurate, relevant and strong. Was able to accurately defend position.
3 ( x 1 pts)

Majority of counter-arguments were accurate, relevant and strong. Was able to defend position.
2 ( x 1 pts)

Some of counter arguments were accurate, relevant and strong. Was somewhat able to defend position.
1 ( x 1 pts)

Counter-arguments were not accurate and/or relevant. Was unable to defend position.
Presentation Style
1 pts

Tone of voice, use of gestures and level of enthusiasm are convincing to audience

4 ( x 1 pts)

The team clearly expressed their viewpoint in a highly persuasive manner.
3 ( x 1 pts)

The team clearly expressed their viewpoint in a somewhat interesting way.
2 ( x 1 pts)

The team attempted to clearly express their viewpoint, with occassional success.
1 ( x 1 pts)

The team was unable to effectively communicate their points to the audience.
Respect for Other Team
1 pts

Respect was demonstrated in the debate

4 ( x 1 pts)

All statements and responses were respectful and appropriate. Never interrupted or talked over other team members.
3 ( x 1 pts)

Most statements and responses were respectful and appropriate. Never interrupted or talked over other team members.
2 ( x 1 pts)

Most statements and responses were respectful and appropriate. Seldom interrupted or talked over other team members.
1 ( x 1 pts)

Statements and responses were consistently not respectful. Consistently interrupted other team or talked over other team members.





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