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Persuasive Essay Rubric
Persuasive Essay Rubric
Write a persuasive argument using one of the given prompts. The persuasive essay must contain at least 5 fully developed supporting paragraphs . You should incorporate all eight persuasive appeals in your writing.
Rubric Code:
YX3C28X
By
gravenna
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12, Undergraduate
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Criterion
Good Job!
4 pts
Almost there!
3 pts
Off Track!
2 pts
Missed the Mark!
1 pts
Content & Development
Good Job!
- Content is comprehensive, accurate<BR>
- Persuasive appeals are identifiable and accurately used<BR>
- Major points are stated clearly and are well supported with good details.<BR>
- Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Almost there!
- Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive.<BR>
- Persuasive appeals are identifiable but questionable<BR>
- Major points are addressed, but not well supported. <BR>
- Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.
Off Track!
- Content is incomplete.<BR>
- Major points are not clear and /or persuasive.<BR>
-Lack of persuasive appeals
Missed the Mark!
- Incomplete
Persuasive Techniques
Good Job!
-- Several Persuasive techniques are included.<BR>
--Specific details point to great support.<BR>
--Position is clearly stated and consistently maintained.
Almost there!
--2 persuasive techniques are included.<BR>
--Position is stated but not maintained consistently throughout the essay.
Off Track!
--Only 1 persuasive technique is included.<BR>
--Statement of position cannot be determined
Missed the Mark!
--Incomplete
Organization & Structure
Good Job!
- Quality paragraphs with good transitions between each one.<BR>
Almost there!
- 5 paragraphs<BR>
- Paragraph transitions need some improvement
Off Track!
- Organization and structure detract from the content.<BR>
- Article is disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.<BR>
- 4-5 paragraphs<BR>
Missed the Mark!
- Incomplete
Sentence Fluency
Good Job!
- No run-ons or fragments<BR>
or comma splices
Almost there!
- 1 Run-on or fragment or comma splice
Off Track!
2 or more Run-ons, Fragments, or Comma splices
Missed the Mark!
-Incomplete
Grammar & Vocabulary
Good Job!
- Rules of grammar and usage are followed.<BR>
- Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.<BR>
-Strong use of descriptive vocabulary
Almost there!
- Essay contains few grammatical errors.<BR>
- Vocabulary somewhat limited.
Off Track!
- Essay contains numerous grammatical errors.
Missed the Mark!
-Incomplete
MLA Style
Good Job!
-12 pt. Times New Roman<BR>
- Double Spaced<BR>
- Heading in upper left-hand corner
-References are cited correctly
Almost there!
Missing one of the following:<BR>
-12 pt. Times New Roman<BR>
- Double Spaced<BR>
- Heading in upper left-hand corner
- References are cited correctly
Off Track!
Missing 2 or more of the following:<BR>
-12 pt. Times New Roman<BR>
- Double Spaced<BR>
- Heading in upper left-hand corner
-References are cited correctly
Missed the Mark!
- Incomplete
Keywords:
Persuasive Essay
Subjects:
English
Health
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Types:
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