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Argumentative Paper - An Introduction 
Argumentative Paper - An Introduction
Basic rubric for an introductory argumentative paper on any topic. No research required but may be included if paper is based on an article. Look for the beginnings of a thesis, choosing a side and sticking with it, ability to persuade, and distinct paragraphs with supporting points. No rebuttal. Special attention paid to developing academic writing: Eliminating cliches, improving grammar, increasing vocabulary, including specific details.
Rubric Code: KXA42W8
By kristin43070
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Subject: Social Sciences  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: 9-12, Undergraduate

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Introduction/Thesis
10 %

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No introduction.
1

Introduction is not interesting AND is not relevant to the topic.
Thesis is missing or is unclear.
2

Introduction is interesting, but the connection to the topic is not always clear.
Thesis may be unclear or the main issues are vague.
3

Hook or attention grabber is weak or rambling.
Thesis provides a clear, strong statement of the main issues and the creator's position on the topic.
4

Strong hook or attention grabber.
Thesis provides a clear, strong statement of the main issues and the creator's position on the topic.
Support for Position
50 %

0

No support for position.
1

Body paragraphs or creative element include 1 or fewer pieces of evidence that are NOT relevant AND/OR not explained.

An argument exists; however, it lacks persuasiveness OR there is no argument.
2

Evidence to support the thesis lacks detail, is not backed up with research and/or does not include quotations if the paper or creative element is based on an article.

An argument exists that is somewhat persuasive.
3

Each paragraph or creative element that supports the overall thesis contains pieces of evidence that are mostly:
- Specific and relevant
- Interpreted and explained
- Mostly persuasive
- Backed up with research including quotations woven into the paragraphs if the paper is based on an article.
4

Each paragraph or creative element that supports the overall thesis contains pieces of evidence that are:
- Specific and relevant
- Interpreted and explained
- Persuasive
- Backed up with research including quotations woven into the paragraphs if the paper is based on an article.
Conclusion
10 %

0

No conclusion.
1

The conclusion or creative element
- Is unclear about the creator's position.
- Fails to share significance of issue.
- Lacks a connection to the audience's world.
2

The conclusion or creative element
- Leaves the audience somewhat understanding the creator's position.
- Shares significance of issue.
- May lack a connection to the audience's world.
3

The conclusion or creative element
- Leaves the audience solidly understanding the creator's position.
- Shares significance of issue and unanswered questions.
- Attempts to make a connection to the audience's world by leaving audience with something to think about.
4

The conclusion or creative element:
- Leaves the audience solidly understanding the creator's position.
- Shares significance of issue and unanswered questions.
- Makes a clear connection to the audience's world by leaving audience with something to think about.
Sequencing/Organization
20 %

0

Not submitted.
1

Many of the support details or arguments are not in an expected or logical order, distracting the audience and making the essay seem very confusing.
2

A few of the support details or arguments are not in an expected or logical order, distracting the audience and making the essay seem a little confusing.

Transitions are weak.
3

Arguments and support are provided in a fairly logical order that makes it reasonably easy to follow the creator's train of thought.

Good transitions throughout.
4

Arguments and support are provided in a logical order that makes it easy and interesting to follow the creator's train of thought.

Evident, and smooth
transitions throughout.
Mechanics
10 %

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Not submitted.
1

Little mastery of mechanics. More than 10 errors in capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and grammar greatly interfere with meaning.

- Many pronoun/antecedent agreement problems.

- Personal pronouns are frequently used.

- Mostly informal, non-academic style (colloquial, cliche or “slangy”).

- Any other creative work lacks attention to detail.
2

Student shows average mastery of mechanics. Although errors in spelling,
capitalization, punctuation, and grammar are evident,
the meaning mostly remains clear; 6-10 errors in total including:

- Pronoun/antecedent agreement problems.

- Personal pronouns (I, me, my, mine, you, we) are not used.

- Written mostly in appropriately formal academic style (not colloquial, cliche or “slangy”).

- Any other creative work may be lacking detai
3

Above average mastery of mechanics. Spelling,
capitalization, punctuation, and grammatical errors are minor and do not interfere with meaning; 3-6 errors in total including:

- Pronoun/antecedent agreement problems.

- Personal pronouns (I, me, my, mine, you, we) are not used.

- Written mostly in appropriately formal academic style (not colloquial, cliche or “slangy”).

- Any other creative work shows good attention to detail.
4

Excellent mastery of
mechanics. Spelling,
capitalization,
punctuation, and
grammar are almost all correct; 2-3 errors in total including:

- Pronoun/antecedent agreement problems.

- Personal pronouns (I, me, my, mine, you, we) are not used.

- Written in appropriately formal academic style (not colloquial, cliche or “slangy”).

- Any other creative work shows outstanding attention to detail.



Keywords:
  • Argumentative Essay, University Preparation



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