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Rubric for Persuasive Essay

5 Paragraph Persuasive Essay utilizing persuasive techniques

Rubric Code: FX379CA

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 6-8

Persuasive Writing Rubric
	A* 5 pts	A 4 pts	B 3 pts	C 2 pts	Self Assessment (N/A)	Teacher's Assessment (N/A)
Introduction 10%	A* The essay begins with a strong clear introduction. It is made up of three to five clearly written sentences. All arguments are previewed.	A The essay begins with a clear introduction. The thesis statement is part of the introduction but it could be clearer/stronger. All arguments are previewed.	B The essay begins with an introduction. It is made up of three to five sentences. It is somewhat clear. Some arguments are not clearly previewed.	C The essay does not begin with a clear introduction. The thesis statement may not in the introduction at all or it may not be clear. None of the arguments are previewed.	Self Assessment .10 X ___ =	Teacher's Assessment .10 X ___ =
1st Body Paragraph 20%	A* The first body paragraph is strong. All of the sentences clearly connect to each other. Smooth and precise transition words have been used. This paragraph contains a clear reason which supports the thesis and is backed up with at least two reasons. Enough specific details and examples have been used.	A The first body paragraph is good. The sentences all work together to support the thesis statement. Transitional words could been used more often/clearly. Specific details and examples have been used. It may not end with a strong closing sentence.	B There is a paragraph which follows the introduction. It attempts to support the thesis but may not do so clearly. Not enough specific details and examples have been used. Transitional words have not been effectively used. It does not come to a strong finish.	C The first body paragraph is not clear enough. It attempts to support the thesis but does not do so clearly. Too much necessary information has been left out. Not enough specific details and examples have been used. Transitional words have probably not been used.	Self Assessment .20 X ___ =	Teacher's Assessment .20 X ___ =
2nd Body Paragraph 20%	A* The second body paragraph is strong. All of the sentences clearly connect to each other. Smooth and precise transition words have been used. This paragraph contains a clear reason which supports the thesis and is backed up with at least two reasons. Enough specific details and examples have been used.	A The second body paragraph is good. The sentences all work together to support the thesis statement. Transitional words could been used more often/clearly. Specific details and examples have been used. It may end but may not come to a strong close.	B There is a paragraph which follows the introduction. It attempts to support the thesis but may not do so clearly. Not enough specific details and examples have been used. Transitional words have not been effectively used. It does not come to a strong finish.	C The second body paragraph is not clear enough. It attempts to support the thesis but does not do so clearly. Too much necessary information has been left out. Not enough specific details and examples have been used. Transitional words have probably not been used.	Self Assessment .20 X ___ =	Teacher's Assessment .20 X ___ =
3rd Body Paragraph 20%	A* The third body paragraph is strong. All of the sentences clearly connect to each other. Smooth and precise transition words have been used. This paragraph contains a clear reason which supports the thesis and is backed up with at least two reasons. Enough specific details and examples have been used.	A The third body paragraph is good. The sentences all work together to support the thesis statement. Transitional words could been used more often/clearly. Specific details and examples have been used. It may end but may not come to a strong close.	B The third body paragraph is not clear enough. It attempts to support the thesis but does not do so clearly. Too much necessary information has been left out. Not enough specific details and examples have been used. Transitional words have probably not been used.	C The third body paragraph is not clear enough. It attempts to support the thesis but does not do so clearly. Too much necessary information has been left out. Not enough specific details and examples have been used. Transitional words have probably not been used.	Self Assessment .20 X ___ =	Teacher's Assessment .20 X ___ =
Conclusion 10%	A* The conclusion of this essay is strong. It leaves the reader with a lasting impression. It reminds the reader what was being proven in the essay. It is likely to persuade the reader.	A Conclusion contains a concluding statement and wraps up the topic in a new and interesting way.	B Conclusion contains a concluding statement and wraps up the topic.	C Conclusion does not contain a concluding statement and/or does not wrap up the topic.	Self Assessment .10 X ___ =	Teacher's Assessment .10 X ___ =
Conventions 20%	A* Mechanics, Usage, Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, and Paragraphing Paper contains few (0-2) or no errors. Sentence structure and the writer's grasp on grammar enhance the quality of the writing.	A Mechanics, Usage, Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, and Paragraphing Paper contains minimal (4-6) errors that do not effect the paper's content.	B Mechanics, Usage, Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, and Paragraphing Paper contains few errors (8-10) that sometimes effect the paper's content and hurt the quality of the writing.	C Mechanics, Usage, Grammar, Spelling, Punctuation, and Paragraphing Paper contains a lot (11+) of errors that negatively affect or weaken the meaning of the writing.	Self Assessment .20 X ___ =	Teacher's Assessment .20 X ___ =

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English

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Writing

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