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Persuasive Writing Tools 
Persuasive Writing
Rubric Code: J2W7292
By msgyarmati
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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Knowledge: Ideas and Content
25 pts

insightful, and convincing argument for a specific position
Level 1

Does not state a position; writer is unsure of what s/he wants to say; facts and details are few, repeated, or inaccurate
Level 2

Attempts to state a position; some ideas or details may be unclear, or do not match the topic
Level 3

Presents a clear, consistent position; details help to clarify the main idea
Level 4

Presents a cohesive, thoroughly detailed letter that could influence a reader; details help to clarify and reinforce the position
Application: Organization
15 pts

well organized; B, M, C; factual; sequential
Level 1

Lack of structure makes the logic hard to follow; few connections are made between facts, ideas, and paragraphs; details don't fit or need clearer sequencing
Level 2

Tries to present ideas that make sense, but the logic may be hard to follow; ideas, sentences, and paragraphs may need more transition words or clearer sequencing.
Level 3

Presents facts and ideas in a logical order; has a clear beginning and ending; ideas are linked to the structure
Level 4

Well-planned sequence helps the reader to follow the writer's logic; ideas, details, and sentences are tied together
Application: Using Writing Tools
10 pts

applies figurative language tools for persuasive writing
Level 1

Does not use words that state a convincing position; vocabulary may detract from the meaning or impact of the ideas.
Level 2

States the position in a predictable way; may attempt to use a variety of words, but some do not fit; may overuse some words/expressions.
Level 3

Uses a variety of words that help to state the position; emperiments with some new words, or makes fresh use of everyday words.
Level 4

Precise, colorful words made the message clear and engaging; explores challenging words, or using everyday words in a fresh way
Thinking: Voice/Convincing
25 pts

using language to convince the reader to agree with you
Level 1

Is not involved in sharing ideas or opinions with reader; writing may be lifeless, with no sense of who is behind the words.
Level 2

May not be very involved with the topic, or show who is behind the writing; position comes across, but is not clearly connected to the purpose and audience
Level 3

Attempts to ring a personal tone to the editorial; is involved with the topic; reaches out to the audience
Level 4

Shows originality and deep involvement with the ideas; brings a focused personal message to promoting the project
Communication: Sentence Fluency
15 pts

variety of sentence styles; easy to follow and read aloud
Level 1

Sentences may be choppy or awkward; patterns are similar or monotonous; text may be hard to follow or read aloud
Level 2

Most sentences are readable, but limited in lengths and patterns; some rereading may be necessary to grasp the meaning; some sentences are chopy or awkward.
Level 3

Capable, easy-to-follow sentences vary in lengths, beginnings, and patterns; uses simple and complex constructions, with stronger control of simple sentences.
Level 4

Varied simple and complex sentences that flow naturally; easy to follow and read; no run-ons or fragments
Conventions
10 pts

spelling, grammar, capitalization, punctuation
Level 1

More than 6 errors
Level 2

Only 5-6 minor errors
Level 3

Only 3-4 minor errors
Level 4

Only 1-2 minor errors




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