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Debate/Argumentative 
Rubric Code: Q2W8WCX
By MrRobertsKPMs
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Public Rubric
Subject: English  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Incomplete

1 pts

Emerging

2 pts

Proficient

3 pts

Exemplary

4 pts

Ideas

Incomplete

The argument
• states an unclear
claim and does not
explain the issue or
provide background
details
• presents few if any
relevant reasons and
evidence to support
the claim
• includes reasons
that are not relevant
or sufficient for the
evidence
• concludes without
restating the claim.
Emerging

The argument
• presents a claim
that is vague or
unclear and does not
adequately explain
the issue or provide
background details
• presents reasons and
evidence that may
not logically support
the claim or come
from credible sources
• concludes by listing
the main points of
the thesis.
Proficient

The argument
• supports a claim that
is clearly presented
with appropriate
background details
• develops claims
and counterclaims
fairly and uses valid
reasoning, relevant
and sufficient
evidence, and a
variety of rhetorical
devices
• concludes by
revisiting the
main points and
reinforcing the claim.
Exemplary

The argument
• skillfully presents a
claim and provides
appropriate
background and a
clear explanation of
the issue
• effectively supports
claims with logical,
convincing reasoning
and evidence, as
well as skillful use of
rhetorical devices
• summarizes and
refutes counterclaims
with relevant
reasoning and clear evidence.
Structure

Incomplete

The argument
• does not follow a
logical organization
• includes some details
and elements of an
argument, but lacks clear
direction.
Emerging

The argument
• demonstrates an
awkward progression
of ideas, but
the reader can
understand them
• uses some elements
of claim and
evidence
• spends too much
time on some
irrelevant details.
Proficient

The argument
• establishes clear
relationships
between the
essential elements of
an argument
• Uses relevant details to create
coherence.
Exemplary

The argument
• follows a clear
structure with a
logical progression of
ideas that establish
relationships
between the
essential elements of
an argument
• links main points
with relevant details that
establish coherence.
Speaking and Listening

Incomplete

Uses informal diction
that is inappropriate
for the purpose.
Emerging

Uses informal diction
that is inappropriate
at times for the
information or
explanation.
Proficient

Uses appropriate
diction for the
information or
explanation.
Exemplary

Uses precise diction
deliberately chosen
to inform or to
explain the topic.




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