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Argument Essay 
Persuasive Essay
Student argument essay on utopian societies.
Rubric Code: KX2XABW
By nathanejeffers
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Argument Essay Rubric
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
  Poor

2 pts

Fair

4 pts

Good

6 pts

Excellent

8 pts

Introduction Paragraph

Poor

The student did not have the four parts of the introduction.
Fair

The student gave his or her position on the topic, but did not have an attention grabber. The student did not follow directions when writing the introduction paragraph.
Good

The student had the four parts of the introduction including:
-attention grabber
-thesis statement
-counter argument
-overview of the essay, including three main points.
Excellent

The student had the four parts of the introduction including:
-attention grabber
-thesis statement
-counter argument
-overview of the essay, including three main points.
Student presented a clear position/stance.
Body Paragraphs

Poor

Paragraphs are not focused on one point or idea. Paragraphs are missing three or more of the following parts:
-topic sentence
-supporting evidence
-commentary
-counter argument
Fair

Each paragraph is somewhat focused on one point or idea. Paragraphs are missing two of the following parts:
-topic sentence
-supporting evidence
-commentary
-counter argument
Good

Each paragraph is focused on one point or idea. Paragraphs are missing one of the following parts:
-topic sentence
-supporting evidence
-commentary
-counter argument
Excellent

Each paragraph is focused on one point or idea. Each body paragraph includes the following parts:
-topic sentence
-supporting evidence
-commentary
-counter argument
Conclusion Paragraph

Poor

The student did not use the main idea to bring their paper to a close.
Fair

The student used the main idea to end the paper, but did not restate the ideas and creatively call for action or change.
Good

The student restated the main ideas of their essay, called for action or change, and brought their paper to a natural close.
Excellent

The student restated the main ideas of their essay, called for action or change, and brought their paper to a natural close. Successfully grabbed attention of the reader.
Organization

Poor

The student does not have the 5 paragraphs that were part of the directions.
Fair

The student has the 5 paragraphs, but the student did not properly introduce or conclude the argument
Good

The student has used 5 short paragraphs and introduced the arguments, provided detailed examples.
Excellent

The student has used 5 short paragraphs and introduced the arguments, provided detailed examples, and included a strong relevant conclusion
Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation

Poor

Essay includes many spelling and grammatical errors. There is a lot of missing punctuation.
Fair

Essay includes several spelling and grammatical errors. There are several places of missing punctuation.
Good

Essay includes a few spelling and grammatical errors. There is some missing punctuation.
Excellent

Essay includes no spelling or grammatical errors. There is no missing punctuation.



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