iRubric: Persuasive Paragraph Rubric

- topic sentence is strong, clearly states personal opinion and identifies the issue.

- provides TWO or more excellent reasons that are stated with strong support.

- Word choice is creative and enhances argument.

- There are no errors in grammar, mechanics and/or spelling.

- the topic sentence states a personal opinion and identifies the issue.

- TWO reasons are stated but one may be supported more strongly than the other. OR each reason could use more support.

-Word choice enhances the argument.

- There are 2 -3 errors in grammar, mechanics and/or spelling but they do not interfere with understanding.

- The personal opinion and/or issue is not clearly stated.

- Either two reasons are given but support is weak OR only one reason is given

- There is evidence of attention to word choice.

- There are several (4 - 5) errors in grammar, mechanics or spelling that hinder understanding.

- there is no clear introduction and/or the personal opinion is not easily understood.

- There is little or no reference to the issue.

- support is weak or missing.

- Word choice is limited.

- There are numerous (7 or more) errors in grammar, mechanics and/or spelling.