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Argument Essay 
Persuasive Essay: Debate Topics
Rubric Code: XX9CWA4
By jhenry5
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

Introduction

Excellent

Includes a well-structured thesis statement. It gives background of the information that will be discussed in the essay.

5
Good

Includes a thesis statement. It gives some background information that will be discussed in the essay.

4 3
Fair

Does not include a thesis statement. There is minimal information about what will be covered in the essay.

2
Poor

There is no introduction present. The paper just begins.


1
Thesis Statement

Excellent

The thesis statement names the topic of the essay and outlines the main points to be discussed.


10 9
Good

The thesis statement names the topic of the essay. It does not clearly outline the main points of the essay.


8 7
Fair

The thesis statement outlines some of the main points to be discussed but does not name the topic. It needs a significant amount of work.

6 5
Poor

The thesis statement does not name the topic and does not preview what will be discussed. The thesis is weak/or not easy to identify.

4 3 2 1 0
Persuasive Element

Excellent

All Persuasive techniques are included. Specific details point to great support. Position is clearly stated and consistently maintained.

15 14 13
Good

Many persuasive techniques are included. Position is stated but not maintained consistently throughout the essay.

12 11 10
Fair

Some persuasive techniques are included. Position is stated but not supported throughout essay.


9 8 7
Poor

Statement of position cannot be determined. Paper reads like an informational essay.


6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Content & Development

Excellent

Content is comprehensive, accurate. Major points are stated clearly and are well supported with good details. Content and purpose of the writing are clear.

20 19 18
Good

Content is somewhat comprehensive and/or persuasive. Major points are addressed, and somewhat supported. Content is somewhat clear.

17 16 15 14
Fair

Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. Major points are addressed, but not well supported. Content is inconsistent and unclear.


13 12 11 10
Poor

Content is incomplete. Major points are not clear and /or persuasive. Lack of persuasive appeals.



9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Grammar & Vocabulary

Excellent

Author follows rules of grammar, so the essay is exceptionally easy to read. Strong use of descriptive vocabulary.

5
Good

Author makes minimal errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content, but the essay is still easy to read. Vocabulary somewhat limited.

4 3
Fair

Author makes several errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content and interrupt the flow of the essay. Vocabulary limited.

2
Poor

Author makes multiple errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content and interrupts the flow of the essay. Vocabulary very limited.
1
Sentence Fluency

Excellent

All sentences are well-constructed with varied structure. No run-ons or fragments.

5
Good

Most sentences are well-constructed and there is some varied sentence structure in the essay. Minimal Run-ons or fragments

4 3
Fair

Most sentences are well constructed, but there is no variation in structure. Multiple run-ons OR fragments.

2
Poor

Most sentences are not well-constructed or varied.


1
Audience

Excellent

Demonstrates a clear understanding of the potential reader and uses appropriate vocabulary and arguments. Anticipates reader's questions and provides answers.
10 9
Good

Demonstrates a general understanding of the potential reader and uses vocabulary and arguments appropriate for that audience.
8 7
Fair

Demonstrates some understanding of the potential reader and uses arguments appropriate for that audience.

6 5
Poor

It is not clear for whom the author is writing.



4 3 2 1 0
Conclusion

Excellent

The conclusion is strong and leaves the reader solidly understanding the author's position.
5
Good

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

4 3
Fair

The paper does not end with author's position; therefore the conclusion does not give a solid ending to the essay.
2
Poor

There is no conclusion; the paper just ends.


1
Transitions

Excellent

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

5
Good

Transition show how ideas are connected, but there is little variety.

4 3
Fair

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

2
Poor

The transitions between ideas are unclear and/or non-exisitent.

1
MLA/APA Style

Excellent

All sources used for quotes, statistics and facts are credible and cited correctly. Paper follows all MLA/APA guidelines.

10 9
Good

All sources used for quotes, statistics and facts are credible and most are cited correctly. Paper follows some MLA/APA guidelines.

8 7
Fair

Most sources used for quotes, statistics and facts are credible and cited correctly. Paper follows a few MLA/APA guidelines.

6 5
Poor

Many sources are suspect and/or are not cited correctly. Paper does not follow MLA/APA format.


4 3 2 1 0
Works Cited Page

Excellent

All sources are listed on works cited page in correct format and alphabetical order.

10 9
Good

All sources are listed, but formatting is incorrect and/or sources are not in alphabetical order.
8 7
Fair

Not all sources are listed.



6 5 4 3 2 1
Poor

No works cited page.



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Keywords:
  • Argument/Persuasive Essay



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