iRubric: The Crucible - Exposition Essay rubric

I don't write any real arguments with evidence.

I give some supporting arguments for my point of view. I have some evidence, but my overall argument is not very clear.

I give supporting arguments for my point of view and back them up with evidence.

I give several, strong supporting arguments for my point of view, and back them up with evidence. I show a good understanding of the topic.

My words are not very persuasive, and I don't use evaluative words to show my opinion.

I use some persuasive and evaluative words and connect my ideas with time words. I use some common relating, thinking and action verbs.

I use persuasive and evaluative words (e.g. important, ugly, beautiful) and connect my ideas with time words. I use relating thinking and action verbs. I also include reported speech at times.

I use persuasive, emotive and evaluative words and connect my ideas with time words. As well as using reported speech, I use my own words to express what I have heard or read.

I spell a few words correctly and use correct grammar sometimes.

I spell many words correctly and use correct grammar often

I use correct spelling and grammar most of the time.

I use correct spelling and grammar.