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Persuasive Essay 
Persuasive Essay
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.1 Write opinion pieces on topics/texts, supporting a point of view with reasons/information. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.1a Introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which ideas are logically grouped. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.1b Provide logically ordered reasons that are supported by facts and details. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.1d Provide a concluding statement or section related to the opinion presented.
Rubric Code: GXX867A
By DanitaIser
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: K-5

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  Novice

1 pts

Apprentice

2 pts

Practitioner

3 pts

Expert

4 pts

Arguments

Novice

Lists reasons but does not back up with facts or other support.
Apprentice

Uses some facts to support the argument, but they are not used the entire time. The facts are disputed and may not be accurate.
Practitioner

Bases all their arguments on facts that they have researched. The facts are reliable and are used to back up the argument that the student has made.
Expert

Bases all their arguments on facts that they have researched. The facts are reliable and are used to back up the argument that the student has made. Also presents strong opinion.
Organization

Novice

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

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

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

The student has used 5 paragraphs and introduced the arguments, provided detailed examples, and included a strong relevant conclusion
Introduction Paragraph

Novice

The student did not have the three parts of the introduction.
Apprentice

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

The student had the three parts of the introduction including:
-attention grabber
-position statement
-lead up to reasons without giving them away.
Expert

The student had the three parts of the introduction including:<BR>
-attention grabber<BR>
-position statement<BR>
-lead up to reasons without giving them away. Clear position/stance
Conclusion Paragraph

Novice

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

Used the main idea to end the paper, but did not restate the ideas and creatively call for action or change.
Practitioner

Restated the main ideas of their essay, called for action or change, and brought their paper to a natural close.
Expert

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
Simile/Metaphor

Novice

Did not include a comparison.
Apprentice

Attempt at an simile or metaphor.
Practitioner

Compared two non-related nouns, but not effectively.
Expert

correctly compared two non-related nouns.



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