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Persuasive Essay 
Persuasive Essay
Write a persuasive argument on the given prompt. The persuasive essay must contain at least 5 fully developed paragraphs.
Rubric Code: VX93B77
By panalili
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

Introduction

Excellent

Introduction grabs attention. The authors' name and literary work(s) are mentioned. A brief summary is included. Provides well-developed background information. Includes a well-structured thesis statement that outlines the main points to be discussed in the essay.
Good

Introduction may not be as original or thought provoking. Either a brief summary or the authors' name(s) are not mentioned. Provides adequate background information. Includes a clearly written thesis statement that provides some structure for the essay.
Fair

Minimal background information is provided. Includes a thesis statement that does not clearly outline the main points of the essay.
Poor

There is no introduction present; the paper just begins. The thesis is weak or not identifiable.
Content & Development

Excellent

Each paragraph has a topic sentence. Content is comprehensive. Writer states and maintains a position, and authoritatively defends that position with precise and highly relevant evidence/ quotes.
Good

Topic sentence may be irrelevant to the thesis. Content is somewhat comprehensive. Writer states and maintains a position, and generally defends that position with specific, applicable evidence/ quotes.
Fair

Topic sentence is missing. Content is not comprehensive. Writer defends a position with little evidence, but attempts to present an argument.
Poor

Content is incomplete. Writer fails to identify or defend a position with any specific evidence.
Persuasive Element

Excellent

Persuasiveness is noticeably evident. The desired outcome logically follows the reasoning. The writer has a thorough discussion/ explanation after the evidence.
Good

Reasoning is mostly clear and understandable. The argument is basically logical. The writer has a limited discussion/ explanation after the evidence.
Fair

Reasoning is unclear at times. Some supporting details are confusing and/or illogical.
Poor

The reasoning behind the argument is consistently unclear. There are no or few specific details that logically support the writer's position.
Transitions

Excellent

A variety of thoughtful transition are used. They clearly illustrate how ideas are connected.
Good

Direct or implied transitions illustrate connections between ideas.
Fair

Some transitions work well, but some connections between ideas are fuzzy.
Poor

The transitions between ideas are unclear and/or nonexisitent.
Conclusion

Excellent

The conclusion is strong and leaves the reader solidly understanding the author's position.
The conclusion leaves the reader with an insightful conclusion.
Good

The conclusion is recognizable. The author's position is restated.
Fair

The paper does not end with author's position; the conclusion does not give a solid ending to the essay.
Poor

There is no conclusion; the paper just ends.
Mechanics

Excellent

Very few or no errors relative to length.
All textual evidence is cited correctly. Grammar and sentence structure is excellent.
Good

Few errors relative to length. Most textual evidence is cited correctly. Grammer and sentence structure is good, with only one of two errors.
Fair

Many mechanical errors. Some textual evidence is cited correctly. Grammar and sentence structure is poor, with many errors.
Poor

Many mechanical errors that interfere with communication. Textual evidence is not cited correctly. Grammer and sentence structure is very poor.



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