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Position Essay 
Persuasive Essay
6 + 1 trait writing rubric with 2 additional areas to be scored: position statement and supporting details/arguments
Rubric Code: P4X384
By agiblet
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric 6+1 trait persuasive essay
  Exceptional

6 pts

Very good

5 pts

Good

4 pts

Adequate

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

Conventions

Exceptional

An exceptionally strong control of standard writing conventions (e.g., punctuation, spelling, capitalization, grammar, etc. ) is evident. Errors are s few and minor that the reader can easily skim right over them unless specifically searching for them.
Very good

A strong control of standard writing conventions (e.g., punctuation, spelling, capitalization, grammar, etc.) is evident. Errors are few and minor. They do not impede readability.
Good

A control of standard writing conventions (e.g., punctuation, spelling, capitalization, grammar, etc.) is evident. Minor errors, while noticeable, do not impede readability.
Adequate

A limited control of standard writing conventions (e.g., punctuation, spelling, capitalization, grammar, etc.) is evident. Errors begin to impede readability
Fair

Little control of standard writing conventions is evident. Frequent, significant errors impede readability.
Poor

Numerous errors in usage, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation repeatedly distract the reader and make the text difficult to read. In fact, the severity and frequency of errors are so overwhelming that the reader finds it difficult to focus on the message and must reread for meaning.
Organization

Exceptional

The organization enhances the central idea(s) and its development. The order and structure are compelling and move the reader through the text easily.
Very good

The organization enhances the central idea(s) and its development. The order and structure are strong and move the reader through the text.
Good

Organization is clear and coherent. Order and structure are present, but may seem formulaic.
Adequate

An attempt has been made to organize the writing; however, the overall structure is inconsistent or skeletal.
Fair

The writing lacks a clear organizational structure. The writing is difficult to follow and the reader has to reread substantial portions, or the piece is simply too short to demonstrate organizational skills.
Poor

The writing lacks coherence; organization seems haphazard and disjointed. Even after rereading, the reader remains confused.
Word Choice

Exceptional

Words convey the intended message in an exceptionally interesting, precise, and natural way appropriate to audience and purpose. There is a rich, broad range of words, which have been carefully chosen and thoughtfully placed for impact.
Very good

Words convey the intended message in an interesting, precise, and natural way appropriate to audience and purpose. There is a broad range of words which have been carefully chosen and thoughtfully placed for impact.
Good

Words effectively convey the intended message. The writer employs a variety of words that are functional and appropriate to audience and purpose.
Adequate

Language is quite ordinary, lacking interest, precision and variety, or may be inappropriate to audience and purpose in places. The writer does not employ a variety of words.
Fair

Language is monotonous and/or misused, detracting from the meaning and impact.
Poor

An extremely limited vocabulary is evident. It is so filled with misuses of words that the meaning is obscured. Only the most general message is communicated because of vague or imprecise language.
Position Statement

Exceptional

The writing includes a focused position statement that allows the reader to know the author's stance on the topic immediately. It is expressed in a firm and confident manner.
Very good

The writing includes a position statement that allows the reader to know the author's stance on the topic.
Good

The writing includes a position statement that provides the reader with an idea of the author's stance on a topic. The author appears to feel strongly about the stance taken.
Adequate

The writing contains a position statement that is vague and not clearly defined. The reader is not sure if the author feels strongly about the stance being taken.
Fair

The writing contains several position statements, leaving the reader confused as to the author's stance on the topic.
Poor

The writing has no position statement at all.
Supporting arguments

Exceptional

The writing contains at least four supporting arguments. Each argument is clearly focused, explains the benefits of that argument, addresses concerns, and supports the author's position.
Very good

The writing contains at least 3 supporting arguments. Each argument is focused, explains the benefits of that argument, and supports the author's position.
Good

The writing contains at least 2 supporting arguments. Each argument is focused and supports the author's position.
Adequate

The writing contains at least one supporting argument. The argument is focused and supports the author's position.
Fair

The writing contains at least one supporting argument. However, the argument is unclear and does not support the author's position.
Poor

The writing contains no supporting arguments.



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