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Final Exam Rubric Persuasive Essay 
Final Exam Rubric Persuasive Essay
Write a five-paragraph persuasive argument in which you use what you have learned during this semester on rhetoric and how/why it has changed your communication practices outside of class and within Morton College. Support a claim about the 'link' between rhetoric and your communication/persuasive argumentation development. You must cite at least four examples as evidence and explain why they are relevant to your thesis.
Rubric Code: AXXAB66
By vadenbd
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Persuasive Essay
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

Claim

Excellent

The claim is clearly discernible and it is stated along with three logical reasons as part of overview. The argument is sound and consistently supported with well-chosen evidence.
Good

The claim takes a clear position. Argument and evidence may at times be strained. One support par. may veer off topic, or examples may be lacking.
Fair

The claim is weak, wordy, and/or garbled. The main
argument and/or evidence is weak or does not always support the claim. Supporting pars. may veer off topic.
Poor

No claim. Argument and evidence do not connect or support one point. All
supporting paragraphs are disconnected.
Organization

Excellent

Essay is focused and organized by design.
Pars. have clear topic/concluding sentences; body paragraphs include counterarguments with refutation & effective transitions.
Good

Essay is organized.
Has a topic and concluding sentences; body paragraphs may include counterarguments and refutation, or not; and/or lack transitions; and/or lack an overall design.
Fair

Some confusion due to lack of organization. Has weak topic and/or concluding sentence; and body paragraphs include weak counterargument and ineffective rebuttal. Transitions are weak or absent.
Poor

No organization.No apparent topic is present, and/or concluding sentence is missing; body paragraphs lack counterarguments and/or rebuttal. No transitions. Discursive.
Analysis

Excellent

Claim is fully developed and supported. Evidence is vivid and relevant. Analysis shows insightful reflection with highly effective use of persuasive strategies.
Good

Claim is well developed and supported with good evidence. Analysis shows understanding with some use of persuasive strategies.
Fair

Claim is not well supported by evidence. Analysis is partly understood and demonstrated; inconsistent persuasive strategies.
Poor

Claim is not supported by evidence or analysis.
Voice & Tone

Excellent

Consistently uses a variety in word choice and sentence structure.
Strong unique voice adds polished style to the writing; tone is consistent with purpose throughout.
Good

Shows some variety in word choice and/or sentence structure.
Uses own voice, but style may be rough. Tone is consistent with purpose, but may include one or two abrupt shifts
Fair

Not enough variety in sentence structure and/or word choice.
Voice and tone are well suited, but do not stand out or are highly inconsistent.
Poor

Sentence structure is repetitive and word choice is basic. Voice is undeveloped and tone is inconsistent.
Citation

Excellent

Sources as solid evidence are cited and applied. All quotes & paraphrases are introduced in essay using title and author of content quoted. Elegant flow and engaging to read.
Good

4-5 sources are present. All quotes & paraphrases introduced using title and author; essay is correctly composed using MLA format.
Fair

3-4 sources are cited but may lack description. Quotes & paraphrases may be introduced using title and/or author, yet essay is not composed correctly in MLA format.
Poor

Fewer than 3 sources are cited. Quotes & paraphrases are not introduced; essay not composed correctly in MLA format.
Mechanics

Excellent

Errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation are few and do not interfere with the reader's or audience's understanding.
Good

Semi-frequent errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation do not interfere with understanding.
Fair

Errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation sometimes interfere with understanding.
Poor

Errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation prevent reader from fully understanding the essay.




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