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Opinion Essay

Student opinion essay that uses facts to back up their argument.

Rubric Code: RXABC5B

By sandrapadin

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: K-5, Undergraduate

Opinion Essay
	EXCELLENT 4 pts	GOOD 3 pts	AVERAGE 2 pts	NEEDS IMPROVEMENT 0.5 pts
Opinion	EXCELLENT The student bases all their arguments on facts . The facts are reliable and are used to back up the argument that the student has made.	GOOD The student uses some facts to support the argument, but they are not used the entire time. The facts are disputed and may not be accurate.	AVERAGE The student lists reasons but does not back up with facts or other support.	NEEDS IMPROVEMENT No reasons are given.
Organization	EXCELLENT The student has followed the writing planner.	GOOD The student has followed the writing planner.	AVERAGE The student has made an attempt to follow the planner.	NEEDS IMPROVEMENT No organization
Grammar and Vocabulary	EXCELLENT Very few grammatical errors. Ideas are always expressed using strong and precise language. The vocabulary from the unit has been correctly used. Varied expressions for giving opinions. Quantifiers have been accurately used.	GOOD Very few grammatical errors. Ideas are always expressed using strong and precise language. The vocabulary from the unit has been correctly used. Varied expressions for giving opinions. Quantifiers have been accurately used.	AVERAGE Some grammatical mistakes. There has been an attempt to use the vocabulary from the unit. Expression of opinion is present but repetitive. No quantifiers	NEEDS IMPROVEMENT Many grammatical mistakes. No use of vocabulary from the unit. No clear expression of opinion. No quantifiers.