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Argumentative Essay 
Argumentative Essay
Rubric Code: Q232794
By eastteech
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Argumentative Essay
  Limited

1 pts

Adequate

2 pts

Proficient

3 pts

Excellent

4 pts

Thesis Statement

Limited

There is no evidence that student is taking a position to answer the question posed.
Adequate

There is an attempt to take a position although clarity may be missing. The reasons to support the claim are not included.
Proficient

Thesis statement makes a claim and somewhat outlines the reasons that will be discussed within the body of the essay.
Excellent

Thesis statement clearly and creatively states the position taken and outlines the reasons that will be discussed within the body of the essay.
Arguments/Reasons

Limited

There was no attempt to provide reasons to back up the student's claim.
Adequate

The student has attempted to provide reasons but the reasons are not separated into paragraphs.
Proficient

The essay has two or three good reasons why the student is taking a particular position but they somewhat lack organization into coherent paragraphs.
Excellent

The essay has four or more solid reasons why the student is taking a particular position, and each argument is organized with its supporting evidence into separate paragraphs.
Supporting Evidence

Limited

Student has not provided relevant evidence to back up their arguments. Evidence provided is off topic or does not support the argument.
Adequate

The student has evidence to back up their arguments, but the evidence is haphazardly organized and is very weak.
Proficient

Student has compiled two or three pieces of evidence but the evidence may be a bit weak. Some evidence may be with the wrong reason.
Excellent

Student has compiled three or four relevant pieces of evidence to support their reasons. The evidence is in the paragraph with the appropriate reasons.
Counterclaim

Limited

Student did not provide a counterclaim.
Adequate

Student attempts to provide a counterclaim.
Proficient

Student has presented an adequate counterclaim.
Excellent

Student has provided a thorough counterclaim that flows perfectly within their essay.





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