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Persuasive Essay
Persuasive Essay
Write a persuasive argument in response to the the prompt. The persuasive essay must contain at least five fully developed paragraphs. The paper must include proper sources and MLA citations.
Rubric Code:
M232CA6
By
nchamalis
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
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Persuasive Essay
Excellent
10 pts
Good
8 pts
Fair
6 pts
Poor
4 pts
Introduction
Excellent
- Intro is attention-getting
- Includes a well-
structured thesis
statement that clearly states the author's bias.
- Contains necessary background information
Good
- Intro is somewhat interesting
- Includes a clear thesis statement that states the author's bias.
- Includes some background information
Fair
- Intro is included, but it is not interesting
- Includes a week thesis satement that does not state the author's bias.
- Includes minimal or no background information
Poor
There is no introduction present. The paper just begins.
Persuasive Elements
Excellent
- All Persuasive techniques are included (facts, quotation, and supported opinions).
- Position is clearly stated and consistently maintained.
Good
- Two persuasive techniques are included.
- Position is stated but not maintained consistently throughout the essay.
Fair
- One persuasive techniques is included.
- Position is stated but not supported throughout essay.
- uses "I think" statements.
Poor
Statement of position cannot be determined. Paper reads like an informational essay. May use "I think" statements.
Content & Development
Excellent
Content is comprehensive, accurate. Major points are stated clearly and are well supported with good details. Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Good
Content is somewhat comprehensive and/or persuasive. Major points are addressed, and somewhat supported. Content is somewhat clear.
Fair
Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. Major points are addressed, but not well supported. Content is inconsistent and unclear.
Poor
Content is incomplete. Major points are not clear and /or persuasive. Lack of persuasive appeals.
Organization
Excellent
A variety of thoughtful transition are used. They clearly show how ideas are connected.
Proper paragraph structure is used.
Good
Transition show how ideas are connected, but there is little variety.
Paragraph structure is used.
Fair
Some transitions work well, but some connections between ideas are fuzzy.
Paragraph structure is attempted.
Poor
The transitions between ideas are unclear and/or nonexisitent.
Conventions
Excellent
Author follows rules of grammar, so the essay is exceptionally easy to read.
Sources are properly documented and the works-cited page is complete and correct.
Good
Author makes 1-2 errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content, but the essay is still easy to read.
Sources are documented and a works-cited page is included, but one or both are incomplete or incorrect.
Fair
Author makes 3-4 errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content and interrupt the flow of the essay.
Some information is properly documented and the works-cited page is incomplete or incorrect.
Poor
Author makes more than 4 errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content and interrupts the flow of the essay.
Sources are not documented and a works-cited page is not included.
Keywords:
Persuasive Essay
Subjects:
English
Health
Journalism
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Types:
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