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Persuasive Essay 
Rubric Code: X8BC9
By melimcdaniel
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Subject: Social Sciences  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate

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  Poor

3 pts

Fair

6 pts

Good

10 pts

Thesis Statement

Poor

Thesis statement for essay is not determined. Thesis does not make sense. Paper does not focus back to thesis statement throughout.
Fair

Thesis is present, but the paper does not support it throughout. Thesis is still in "working form."
Good

Thesis is clear and paper supports thesis throughout.
Content

Poor

Paper is lacking in content. Information does not relate to topic, or topic is unclear. Little focus. No support for facts.
Fair

Paper is working towards quality content. Information sometimes relates to topic. Some focus. Some support for facts.
Good

Paper has excellent content. All information is centered on topic. Focused writing. All facts are supported by evidence.
Conventions

Poor

Many conventional and grammatical errors.
Fair

Some conventional and grammatical errors.
Good

Few to no conventional and grammatical errors.
Effort

Poor

Paper shows little to effort. Thrown together at last minute.
Fair

Paper has some effort in parts. Paper could have been taken more seriously.
Good

Paper demonstrates excellent effort on the part of the student.





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