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Persuasive Essay 
Persuasive Essay
Rubric Code: Y4A3C2
By Poblocki2
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

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  Unsatisfactory

1 pts

Competent

3 pts

Exemplary

5 pts

Introduction

Unsatisfactory

No attention getter, incomplete thesis statement, no thesis statement.
Competent

Moderately catchy introductory statements. Thesis in present, but slightly unclear, lacking some clarity, lacking strength.
Exemplary

Catchy opening phrase, pulls the reader in. States thesis clearly.
Body

Unsatisfactory

No details, no examples, off-topic, words poorly chosen. Lack of any persuasive techniques.
Competent

Some details, abstract examples, slightly off-topic. Word appropriate.
Exemplary

Details are specific, concrete, relevant examples. Multitude of examples, sufficient information, word appropriate.
Conclusion

Unsatisfactory

Does not restate thesis, only copies the opening thesis statement.
Competent

Restates thesis, but message is not clearly defined.
Exemplary

Restates thesis, strong final sentence with clear message.
Organization and Focus

Unsatisfactory

Out-of-order thought progression. No focus.
Competent

Moderate transition, some missing topic sentences. Satisfactory fluency. Not completely focused.
Exemplary

Transitional words, phrases, topic sentence per paragraph, fluency.
100% focused.
Grammar and Mechanics

Unsatisfactory

Many grammar errors, basic sentences, poor spelling.
Competent

Average sentences. Some grammar errors, and several spelling mistakes.
Exemplary

Grammar is not distracting.



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