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Persuasive Essay: Imagination vs. Knowledge
A persuasive essay in two parts
Rubric Code:
T263W9
By
mkleinman
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Imagination vs. Knowledge
Exemplary
4 pts
Proficient
3 pts
Acceptable
2 pts
Weak
1 pts
Introduction
Exemplary
Introduction shows impressive originality. Engages the reader from the outset. Makes the position clear and establishes the foundation for both parts. Establishes the focuses of the essay. Maintains the complexity of the issue. Well organized and smooth flowing.
Proficient
Introdution shows originality. Engages the reader. Makes the position clear and establishes the foundation and focuses for both parts. Acknowledges complexity. Flows smoothly for the most part.
Acceptable
Somewhat grabs the reader's attention. Makes the position clear but foundation and focus for both parts may be somewhat general. Does not acknowledge complexity of the issue. May need better organization and flow.
Weak
Introduction is confusing and does not make the topic clear. Does not grab the reader's attention.
Content
Exemplary
The central ideas show original thinking and are well woven throughout both parts of the essay. Analytical and supportive elements reflect clarity and substantial insight and depth of thinking in both parts. Position is extremely well supported. Complexity is maintained and both parts are extremely thoughtful and engaging.
Proficient
The central idea of the essay shows some original thinking. Analytical and supportive elements reflect clarity, and good insight and depth of thinking in both parts. Position is well supported. Some complexity is maintained and both parts contain some thoughtful and engaging thinking.
Acceptable
The main idea is generally clear. Analytical and supportive elements tend to be general and may not create a clear connection to the position or main idea. Ideas and details stay on the surface and provide limited depth and insight in one or both parts. Thinking lacks a sense of engagement.
Weak
The main idea lacks clarity. Analytical and supportive elements are only loosely related to the topic and may not create a clear connection to the position. Confusing.
Organization and Flow
Exemplary
Paper shows excellent organizational skills. Paragraphs are well defined and flow smoothly. Moves deftly (skillfully) from idea to evidence to discussion to conclusion.
Proficient
Paper is well organized and the ideas, evidence, and discussion connect well in their organization and flow. A few sentences may seem awkward or out of place.
Acceptable
Paper is organized in places but the ideas, evidence, and discussion need better organization and smoother flow. Some sentences are awkward or choppy. Some paragraphs are somewhat disorganized.
Weak
Paper lacks organization and flow of ideas andevidence
Sentences are awkward or choppy. Paragraphs lack organization. Overall structure is disorganized.
Conclusion
Exemplary
The conclusion contains original thinking, depth, and insight. It is well crafted and provides a sense of closure. Leads reader to further thinking about the central idea.
Proficient
The conclusion provides insight into the overall purpose of the paper with some originality but it may lack sufficient depth. Provides a sense of closure.
Acceptable
The conclusion provides some insight into the purpose of the writing but demonstrates littlle originality. May summarize key points providing some sense of closure.
Weak
The conclusion may be abrupt or missing. May be loosely or unconnected to the central idea.
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Conventions
Exemplary
Uses proper MLA format in both citations and Works Cited. Contains only minor errors in grammar or spelling.
Proficient
Uses proper MLA format in both citations and Works Cited with only a few minor errors. Contains a few errors in grammar or spelling, but they do not interfere with the reading.
Acceptable
Contains several significant errors in citations and/or Works Cited. Contains errors in grammar and/or spelling, that interfere somewhat with the reading.
Weak
Does not adhere to proper MLA format in citations and/or Works Cited Page. Contains numerous spelling and/or grammar errors
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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