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Argument Rebuttal Essay 
Argument Rebuttal Essay
Rubric Code: SXX284X
By nancystory
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Subject: English  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate, Graduate

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  Exemplary

20 pts

Accomplished

17 pts

Competent

15 pts

Weak

13 pts

Not Passing

10 pts

Introductory Paragraph
30 %

Exemplary

Introduction gives a clear and interesting background of the controversy, makes a concession and rebuts it with major claim, minor claims, and a plan for the essay.
Accomplished

Introduction explains the controversy/issue, makes a concession and rebuts it; establishes your claim and your plan for the essay.
Competent

Introduction states the controversy and your position/claim but does not preview all major points.
Weak

Introduction does not include a a clearly stated claim that you are going to prove.
Not Passing

Introduction and/or conclusion is missing.
Body Paragraphs/Concessions/Rebutt
30 %

Exemplary

Each paragraph contains a clearly focused topic sentence/ minor claim that supports the major claim.

Reasons for the argument are clearly stated, and there are enough details to support the argument effectively and thoroughly. A fair concession to the opposition is provided along with a well developed rebuttal.
Accomplished

Each paragraph contains a minor claim related to the thesis statement.

Reasons for the argument are stated and there are enough details and examples to support the argument adequately and logically.

A concession is made to the opposition and is rebutted with some explanation.
Competent

Each paragraph contains a minor claim, but the relationship to the major claim/thesis is not clearly evident in each one.

Reasons for the argument are stated, but there are few concrete and specific details or examples to support the argument adequately or logically.

A concession and rebuttal are stated with little explanation.
Weak

Some paragraphs do not contain a topic sentence.<BR>

Reasons for the argument are not stated, or there are obvious fallacies that contradict the details and examples.

The concession is weak, too general. The rebuttal unclear
Not Passing

None of the paragraphs contains a topic sentence. Reasons for the argument are not stated, there are one or fewer examples that are NOT relevant AND/OR not explained.

There is no concession or rebuttal
Coherence
20 %

Exemplary

Information in the
assignment is logically and creatively organized and flows smoothly, with unity and coherence.

Evident, and smooth
transitions throughout.

The concluding paragraph clearly and effectively restates the argument and gives valid reasons in support of the argument.
Accomplished

Information in the
assignment is well organized,
with well constructed
paragraphs.

Good
transitions throughout.

The concluding paragraph restates the argument based on the thesis statement. It also gives valid and logical reasons that support the argument.
Competent

Most information in
the assignment is well-organized,
with some
well-constructed
paragraphs.

Transitions are weak.
The concluding paragraph summarizes the argument based on the thesis, but it offers little to no additional support or validity for the argument.
Weak

Information in the
assignment is disorganized,
and not logically or
effectively structured. Major points are not previewed.

Paragraphs are not
well-constructed.
Sentences are not
related within
paragraphs.

- Conclusion is does not flow well.
Not Passing

Structure detracts from the message of the writer.

Paragraphs are disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.
Conclusion is too general.
Support: Requirements
10 %

Exemplary

Incorporates two to four sources smoothly and correctly into the essay, relating their relevance to the argument, in MLA or APA format including in-text documentation and a complete, correct Works Cited or References Sheet.
Accomplished

Incorporates two to four sources correctly into the essay in MLA or APA format including in-text documentation and a complete, correct Works Cited or References Sheet. Few errors exist.
Competent

Incorporates two to four sources into the essay in MLA or APA format including in-text documentation and a Works Cited or References Sheet. Some errors in the documentation exist.
Weak

Incorporates two to four sources into the essay. MLA or APA format is incorrect, in-text documentation is confusing, Works Cited or References Sheet is confusing. Some errors in the documentation exist.
Not Passing

Does not include at least two sources in the essay; Works Cited or References Sheet is missing.
Mechanics and Outline
10 %

Exemplary

Excellent mastery of
mechanics. Spelling,
capitalization,
punctuation, and
grammar are almost all correct:

Written in appropriately formal academic style (not colloquial, cliche or “slangy”).

Outline matches essay.
Accomplished

Above average
mastery of Spelling,
capitalization,
punctuation, and
grammatical errors
are minor and do not interfere with meaning.

Written mostly in appropriately formal academic style (not colloquial, cliche or “slangy”).

Outline matches essay.
Competent

Average mastery of
mechanics. Although
errors in spelling,
capitalization,
punctuation, and
grammar are evident,
the meaning mostly remains
clear.

Written mostly in appropriately formal academic style (not colloquial, cliche or “slangy”).

Outline is minimal.
Weak

Little mastery of
mechanics. More than 10 errors in
capitalization,
punctuation, spelling,
and grammar greatly
interfere with
meaning.

Mostly informal, non-academic style (colloquial, cliche or “slangy”).

Outline is minimal.
Not Passing

Little mastery of
mechanics. Numerous errors in
capitalization,
punctuation, spelling,
and grammar severely
interfere with
meaning.

Language uses jargon, cliches, or conversational tone.

No Outline is provided.



Keywords:
  • Writing, English, Education, Academic Research, JSTOR, Zotero, Argumentative Essay



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