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Thesis Paper (2018) 
Persuasive Essay
This is a high school persuasive essay rubric. This essays requires , a thesis statement, 3 main arguments backed up by evidence (cited facts), and a conclusion
Rubric Code: MX474A9
By mnettling
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Subject: Social Sciences  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Thesis Paper (2018)
  Outstanding Work (10)

10 pts

Well Done (9-7)

10 pts

Needs Improvement (6-4)

10 pts

Unacceptable Work (3-0)

10 pts

Introduction Paragraph

Outstanding Work (10)

-The student had a complete introduction with accurate and well researched background information that introduces the subject,
-ending with a well-constructed thesis stating that answered a research question.
-All quotes/data used is properly cited
Well Done (9-7)

-The student had a an introduction with accurate and researched background information
-some key details necessary for reader were missing
-ending with a well-constructed thesis stating that answered a research question.
-All quotes/data used is properly cited
Needs Improvement (6-4)

-Background information on topic is lacking or inaccurate
-The student attempted a thesis statement, but there were mistakes in writing it.
-Improper/No citation of information
Unacceptable Work (3-0)

-The student used a thesis statement that is unclear and does not introduce the topic to the reader

-No citation of information
1st Argument

Outstanding Work (10)

-Argument supports the thesis.

-The student's argument is backed up with reliable facts that they have validated with explanations.

All quotes/data used is properly cited.
Well Done (9-7)

-Argument supports thesis.
-Argument is backed up with some evidence
-Evidence is unclear and somewhat validated with evidence.
-Additional Evidence is needed to make argument strongly support thesis
Needs Improvement (6-4)

-The student uses some facts to support the argument, but they are not used the entire time.
-The facts are disputed and may not be accurate.
-Arguments may not support their thesis
-Improper/No citation of information
Unacceptable Work (3-0)

The student lists reason but does not back up with facts or other support.

-No citation of information/plagiarism
2nd Argument

Outstanding Work (10)

-Argument supports the thesis.

-The student's argument is backed up with reliable facts that they have validated with explanations.

All quotes/data used is properly cited.
Well Done (9-7)

-Argument supports thesis.
-Argument is backed up with some evidence
-Evidence is unclear and somewhat validated with evidence.
-Additional Evidence is needed to make argument strongly support thesis
Needs Improvement (6-4)

-The student uses some facts to support the argument, but they are not used the entire time.
-The facts are disputed and may not be accurate.
-Arguments may not support their thesis
-Improper/No citation of information
Unacceptable Work (3-0)

The student lists reason but does not back up with facts or other support.

-No citation of information/plagiarism
3rd Argument

Outstanding Work (10)

-Argument supports the thesis.

-The student's argument is backed up with reliable facts that they have validated with explanations.

All quotes/data used is properly cited.
Well Done (9-7)

-Argument supports thesis.
-Argument is backed up with some evidence
-Evidence is unclear and somewhat validated with evidence.
-Additional Evidence is needed to make argument strongly support thesis
Needs Improvement (6-4)

-The student uses some facts to support the argument, but they are not used the entire time.
-The facts are disputed and may not be accurate.
-Arguments may not support their thesis
-Improper/No citation of information
Unacceptable Work (3-0)

The student lists reason but does not back up with facts or other support.

-No citation of information/plagiarism
Conclusion Paragraph

Outstanding Work (10)

The student restated the thesis, showed good narrow to broad organization, and had a creative and original ending.
Well Done (9-7)

The student restated the thesis, but only restated some of the main ideas. Student concludes paper.
Needs Improvement (6-4)

The student used the main idea to end the paper and restated the thesis, but did not restate the ideas clearly.
Unacceptable Work (3-0)

The student did not use the main idea to bring their paper to a close. There was no thesis statement at the beginning of the conclusion



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  • English, Writing, Persuassive, Essay


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