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Rubric for Persuasive Paragraph Writing
Rubric for Persuasive Paragraph Writing
Rubric Code:
M239993
By
MissFrigeri
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
K-5, 6-8
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Paragraph Writing - Descriptive
Excellent
4 pts
Good
3 pts
Fair
2 pts
Needs attention
1 pts
Topic Sentence
Excellent
The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It is a clear statement of the main idea of the paragraph content.
Good
The topic sentence gives some clarity of the overall main idea of the sentences present.
Fair
The topic sentence gives little evidence of a main idea connecting to the other sentences.
Needs attention
There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Supporting Details
Excellent
Topic is supported by more than two paragraphs with a clear topic sentence and two or more appropriate supporting detail sentences.
Good
Topic is supported by one or two paragraphs with a clear topic sentence and two or more appropriate supporting detail sentences.
Fair
Topic is supported by one or two paragraphs with a clear topic sentence and some attempt at supporting detail sentences.
Needs attention
Topic sentence or supporting details may be missing.
Persuasion/Reasoning
Excellent
All supporting details include persuasive language that explains the reasoning behind the position in the topic sentence.
Modal verbs are used effectively in each paragraph.
Good
Two of the supporting details include persuasive language that explains the reasoning behind the position in the topic sentence.
Modal verbs are used in the topic sentences for effect.
Fair
One of the supporting details include persuasive language that explains the reasoning behind the position in the topic sentence.
Modal verbs are used throughout the writing.
Needs attention
None of the supporting details include persuasive language that explains the reasoning behind the position in the topic sentence.
Modal verbs are either used but not for any effect or not used at all.
Conclusion/Clincher
Excellent
The conclusion is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that repeats the main idea of the topic sentence.
Good
The conclusion is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a somewhat clear statement that repeats part of the main idea from the topic sentence.
Fair
The conclusion is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is not a clear statement and does not repeat the idea of the topic sentence.
Needs attention
There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Conventions
Excellent
Writing evidences understanding of proper grammar and use of punctuation throughout. Minimal spelling errors.
Good
Writing contains one or two consistent grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Most words are spelled correctly.
Fair
Many sentences are characterized by grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Numerous simple spelling errors.
Needs attention
Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. The number of spelling errors significantly detracts from the readability of the paragraph.
Keywords:
descriptive
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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