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Persuasive Essay

Write a persuasive argument on a topic of your choosing. The persuasive essay must contain at least 5 fully developed paragraphs. The paper must include proper MLA parenthetical citations.

Rubric Code: M22X78B

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 6-8

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	4 4 pts	3 3 pts	2 2 pts	1 1 pts
Introduction	4 Provides well-developed background information. Includes a well-structured thesis statement that outlines the main points to be discussed in the essay.	3 Provides adequate background information. Includes a clearly written thesis statement that provides some structure for the essay.	2 Minimal background information is provided. Includes a thesis statement that does not clearly outline the main points of the essay.	1 There is no introduction present; the paper just begins. The thesis is weak or not identifiable.
Content & Development	4 Content is comprehensive. Writer states and maintains a position, and authoritatively defends that position with precise and highly relevant evidence.	3 Content is somewhat comprehensive. Writer states and maintains a position, and generally defends that position with specific, applicable evidence.	2 Content is not comprehensive. Writer defends a position with little evidence, but attempts to present an argument.	1 Content is incomplete. Writer fails to identify or defend a position with any specific evidence.
Persuasive Element	4 Persuasiveness is noticeably evident. The desired outcome logically follows the reasoning.	3 Reasoning is mostly clear and understandable. The argument is basically logical.	2 Reasoning is unclear at times. Some supporting details are confusing and/or illogical.	1 The reasoning behind the argument is consistently unclear. There are no or few specific details that logically support the writer's position.
Conventions Grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, written conventions	4 Clearly understands writing conventions. Few, if any, mistakes.	3 Basic grasp of writing standards shown. 0-5 mistakes per page.	2 Paper contains grammatical errors, such as subject/verb agreement, pronoun usage, punctuation, and capitalization. 6-10 mistakes per page.	1 Paper contains many grammatical errors, which detract the reader from comprehending the material. 11-15 mistakes per page.
Sentence Fluency	4 Sentences vary in length. Transitions link sentences, paragraphs, and ideas. Sentences enhance the structure of the work.	3 Sentences somewhat vary in length. Some transitions between sentences, paragraphs, and ideas.	2 Few sentences vary in length. Few transitions between sentences, paragraphs, and ideas.	1 Sentences do not vary, or relate from one to another. There are few transitions.
Vocabulary/Word Choice	4 Highly effective and engaging word choice. Student includes rich, vivid imagery and may include figurative language.	3 Effective, purposeful vocabulary; varied word choice makes writing interesting.	2 Demonstrates some use of varied vocabulary. Some language may be vague. Some errors in word choice.	1 Careless or inaccurate word choice; misuse of language may obscure meaning.
Conclusion	4 The conclusion is strong and leaves the reader solidly understanding the author's position.	3 The conclusion is recognizable. The author's position is restated.	2 The paper does not end with author's position; the conclusion does not give a solid ending to the essay.	1 There is no conclusion; the paper just ends.
MLA Style	4 Very few or no errors relative to length.<BR> All textual evidence is cited correctly. Paper follows MLA guidelines.	3 Few errors relative to length. Most textual evidence is cited correctly. Paper follows most MLA guidelines.	2 Many mechanical errors. Some textual evidence is cited correctly. Paper follows some MLA guidelines.	1 Many mechanical errors that interfere with communication. Textual evidence is not cited correctly. Paper does not follow MLA format.

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