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Court opinion paper 
General 5 paragraph essay rubric
Rubric Code: D2B8W3
By pmanning
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Proficient

12 pts

Progressing

9 pts

Beginning

6 pts

Poor

3 pts

Supporting evidence

Proficient

Includes 5 pieces of in support of opinion. Clearly explains how each piece supports opinion.
Progressing

Missing 1-2 pieces of evidence or evidence is not explained in some cases.
Beginning

Missing 3-4 pieces of evidence and explanation is very poor or almost nonexistent.
Poor

No clear evidence presented or no explanation of evidence at all.
Opposing evidence

Proficient

Includes 5 pieces of evidence from opposing opinion. Clearly explains why each fails to prove the argument of the opposition.
Progressing

Missing 1-2 pieces of evidence or evidence is not explained in some cases.
Beginning

Missing 3-4 pieces of evidence and explanation is very poor or almost nonexistent.
Poor

No clear evidence presented or no explanation of evidence at all.
Overall argument

Proficient

Presents a clear case why author's argument is correct and opposition's is wrong.
Progressing

Clear attempt at an argument, but fails to make a compelling case.
Beginning

Argument unclear or difficult to follow.
Poor

Little evidence of an actual argument in support of author's opinion.
Writing process
Completeness

Proficient

Final draft, rough draft, and evidence sheet all completed.
Progressing

One of final draft, rough draft, evidence sheet not fully completed.
Beginning

Rough draft or evidence sheet missing.
Poor

Both rough draft and evidence sheet missing.




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