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7th Argumentative Paper
Argumentative Paper
Students will be graded on six categories, purpose/ introduction, argument, elaboration of evidence, language use, and writing conventions
Rubric Code:
R224477
By
sharig438
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8
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Exemplary
(N/A)
Proficient
(N/A)
Emerging
(N/A)
Not Yet Demonstrated
(N/A)
Purpose/ Introduction
Exemplary
Hook (lead) grabs readers allowing for a purposeful flow of ideas within paragraph
Good background information is given about issue
Claim is deliberate and clearly introduced in thesis statement with 2 reasons given.
Proficient
Hook (lead) is adequate causing somewhat of a flow of ideas.
An attempt is made to give background information on issue
Claim is somewhat clear and thesis statement used one of the key words
Emerging
Hook (Lead) is barely apparent. Doesn't help the flow of ideas because it is under-developed.
Background information on issue isn't clear
Claim is vague or confusing and thesis statement may not include a key word.
Not Yet Demonstrated
No Hook (lead) present making the introduction hard to follow logically.
No attempt on giving background information on the issue
Claim isn't clear and thesis statement isn't written in correct format or missing key words.
Reason #1 (Body #1)
Exemplary
Topic sentences strongly gives valid reason for claim.
Argument is precise and clear.
Writer demonstrates a strong and specific understanding of the issue presented, and stance on the issue is evidence- incorporates specific facts, details, and sources.
All evidence is followed by a bridge (warrant) to thoroughly explain how the evidence supports the claim.
A wide array of transitions are used effectively, linking elements of the text together to create a sound argument.
Proficient
Topic sentence gives a valid reason for claim.
Argument is somewhat clear.
Writer demonstrates a general understanding of the issue presented. It can be inferred his or her's stance on the issue- there are some specific facts, details, and sources.
Some evidence is followed by a bridge (warrant) to help explain how the evidence supports the claim.
Many transitions are used to create a general understanding of the text, causing adequate cohesion that creates a moderate argument.
Emerging
Topic sentence may imply a reason for claim.
Argument is confusing due to lack of demonstration of understanding.Writer's vagueness causes confusion about his or her stance on the issue. Few or partial facts or details that are needed to support the argument.
Integration of bridges to support claim is poor causing little to no comprehension of the argument.
Few transitions are used; which cause weak understanding throughout the paper and an inadequate argument.
Not Yet Demonstrated
Topic sentence isn't developed to support claim.
Argument doesn't appear to be developed at all. Due to the underdevelopment, writer doesn't demonstrate understanding or take a firm stance on the issue. Little to no facts ,sources, or details.
Use of bridges is absent, irrelevant or few.
Little to no transitions are used in the entire paper causing the creating a confusing and rather vague argument.
Reason #2 (Body #2)
Exemplary
Topic sentences strongly gives valid reason for claim.
Argument is precise and clear.
Writer demonstrates a strong and specific understanding of the issue presented, and stance on the issue is evidence- incorporates specific facts, details, and sources.
All evidence is followed by a bridge (warrant) to thoroughly explain how the evidence supports the claim.
A wide array of transitions are used effectively, linking elements of the text together to create a sound argument.
Proficient
Topic sentence gives a valid reason for claim.
Argument is somewhat clear.
Writer demonstrates a general understanding of the issue presented. It can be inferred his or her's stance on the issue- there are some specific facts, details, and sources.
Some evidence is followed by a bridge (warrant) to help explain how the evidence supports the claim.
Many transitions are used to create a general understanding of the text, causing adequate cohesion that creates a moderate argument.
Emerging
Topic sentence may imply a reason for claim.
Argument is confusing due to lack of demonstration of understanding.Writer's vagueness causes confusion about his or her stance on the issue. Few or partial facts or details that are needed to support the argument.
Integration of bridges to support claim is poor causing little to no comprehension of the argument.
Few transitions are used; which cause weak understanding throughout the paper and an inadequate argument.
Not Yet Demonstrated
Topic sentence isn't developed to support claim.
Argument doesn't appear to be developed at all. Due to the underdevelopment, writer doesn't demonstrate understanding or take a firm stance on the issue. Little to no facts ,sources, or details.
Use of bridges is absent, irrelevant or few.
Little to no transitions are used in the entire paper causing the creating a confusing and rather vague argument.
Counterargument
Exemplary
The opposing argument (counterargument) proves that you fully understand your topic and considered the opposition.
The turn-back proves why the opposing argument is invalid.
Proficient
The opposing argument (counterargument) proves that you understand your topic and considered the opposition.
The turn-back proves why the opposing argument is invalid.
Used of Counterclaim transition pairs
Emerging
The opposing argument (counterargument) shows some understand of your topic and considered the opposition.
The turn-back may not be effective on proving opposing argument as invalid.
Lacks strong Counterclaim transition pairs
Not Yet Demonstrated
The opposing argument (counterargument) doesn't show understand of your topic and didn't consider the opposition.
The turn-back isn't effective on proving opposing argument as invalid.
No use of Counterclaim transition pairs
Conclusion
Exemplary
The paragraph circles back to the introduction paragraph.
Reminds reader why your claim is essential or important
Provides a clear benefit or call to action to move audience to want to make a change
Proficient
The paragraph starts with thesis statement (claim)
Summary has the 2 reasons to support the claim
Provides a benefit or call to action to move audience to want to make a change
Emerging
The paragraph starts with thesis statement (claim)
Summary isn't clear on 2 reasons to support the claim
Might provide a benefit or call to action to move audience to want to make a change
Not Yet Demonstrated
The conclusions is missing some of the following:
The paragraph starts with thesis statement (claim)
Summary has the 2 reasons to support the claim
Might provide a benefit or call to action to move audience to want to make a change
Writing Conventions
Exemplary
0-2 errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, etc. Errors are not distracting to overall understanding of the paper.
Proficient
3-5 errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, etc.
Errors are somewhat becoming distracting to the reader but don't completely hinder understanding of paper.
Emerging
5-7 grammar errors errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, etc. Inconsistent use of conventions causing confusion of the overall understanding of the paper.
Not Yet Demonstrated
7 or more errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, etc. . show lack of command for conventions causing little to no understanding of the paper.
MLA Format
Exemplary
Uses MLA format in Google Docs
*Times New Roman 12
*1" page margins
*Double line spacing
*1/2" indent for new paragraphs
Includes Header ant Title
Uses MLA citation generator to create a Work Cited page.
Proficient
MLA format has a few minor mistakes, but doesn't take away from understanding of argumentative paper
Emerging
MLA format has many mistakes
Not Yet Demonstrated
MLS format is not attempted
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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