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Persuasive Essay w/Citations
Document-based Persuasive Essay w/Citations
Write a 650 word, five-paragraph persuasive argument in which you use what you have learned in this course on persuasive techniques to convince prospective college students that a college education is worth (or not worth) their time and money You must cite at least 3 sources; include in-text citation and a Works Cited page; and follow MLA format.
Rubric Code:
DX8762C
By
teacherjared
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
9-12
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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.
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.Supporting paragraphs are disconnected.
Organization
Excellent
Essay is focused and organized in a highly effective manner.
Paragraphs have clear topic/concluding sentences; body paragraphs have sophisticated transitions.
Good
Essay is organized.
Paragraphs have topic and concluding sentences; body paragraphs have effective transitions, but may not be sophisticated; there may be a lack an overall design.
Fair
Some confusion due to lack of organization.
Has weak topic and/or concluding sentence; and body paragraphs may not be organized well. Transitions are weak or absent.
Poor
No organization. Paragraphs have no apparent topic and/or concluding sentence; No transitions.
Persuasive Techniques
Excellent
Claim is fully developed and supported:
-addresses and responds to the counter-argument
-3 clear pieces of evidence/3 references (logos)
-analogy/comparison
-allusion or anecdote (ethos)
-parallel structure
-pathos
Good
Claim is well developed and supported with sufficient evidence. May lack one of:
-addresses/responds to the counter-argument
-3 clear pieces of evidence/3 references (logos)
-analogy/comparison
-allusion or anecdote(ethos)
-parallel structure
-pathos
Fair
Claim is not well supported by evidence, and lacks some of:
-addresses/responds to the counter-argument
-3 clear pieces of evidence/3 references (logos)
-analogy/comparison
-allusion or anecdote(ethos)
-parallel structure
-pathos
Poor
Claim is not supported by evidence or analysis and severely lacks:
-addresses the counter-argument
-3 clear pieces of evidence/3 references (logos)
-analogy/comparison
-allusion or anecdote(ethos)
-parallel structure
-pathos
Voice & Tone
Excellent
Consistently uses a variety in word choice and sentence structure.
Strong academic 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 not be academic. Tone is consistent with purpose, but may include one or two abrupt shifts or informal register.
Fair
Not enough variety in sentence structure and/or word choice.
Voice and tone may not be well-suited to academia; may be highly inconsistent or often in informal register
Poor
Sentence structure is repetitive and word choice is basic. Voice is undeveloped and tone is inconsistent/improper register/non-academic/non-formal.
Citation
Excellent
3 sources are cited using in-text citation and an alphabetized Works Cited page. All quotes & paraphrases introduced using title and author; & citations are in correct MLA format.
Good
2 sources are cited using in-text citation and a Works Cited page. All quotes & paraphrases introduced using title and author; & citations are in correct MLA format.
Fair
1 sources are cited but may lack in-text citations; Works Cited page is attempted. Quotes & paraphrases may be introduced using title and/or author, but citations are not in correct MLA format.
Poor
No sources are cited; in-text citation is not used & the Works Cited page is missing. Quotes & paraphrases are not introduced; & citations are not in correct MLA format.
Mechanics
Excellent
Errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation are few and do not interfere with 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.
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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