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Persuasive Speech Rubric-Macbeth 
Persuasive Speech Rubric
Students will give a persuasive speech to their peers exploring one topic presented in the Macbeth Persuasive Presentation assignment. They will be evaluated on use of persuasive language, content and style of delivery. Speeches need to be a minimum of 2 minutes long and no longer than 2:30 minutes.
Rubric Code: LX73CA3
By momo73
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Subject: English  
Type: Presentation  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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Introduction

Remediation

No introduction.
Fails to introduce argument.
First few lines of speech irrelevant/off topic.
Level 1

Introduction is weak or unclear.
Didn't actually introduce argument.
First few lines of the speech did not get my attention.
Level 2

Introduction lacked enough details.
The first few lines of the speech didn't really get my attention.
Level 3

Introduction gave enough details to cover the speech.
The first few lines of the speech got my attention.
Level 4

Introduction not only introduced the speech, but got the audience's attention.
The first few lines of the speech really got my attention.
Body

Remediation

No organization.
Failed to include persuasive techniques.
Argument unclear and lacks supporting evidence.
Level 1

Lack of organization or details.
Attempted some persuasive techniques.
Argument is not clear and has no support or evidence.
Level 2

Enough details, but little organization.
Used some persuasive techniques, but not very well.
Argument needs to be clearer and needs more supporting evidence.
Level 3

Good organization and details.
Used sound persuasive techniques.
Argument is clear as is supporting evidence.
Level 4

Excellent organization, in-depth details, and included a variety of details (facts, quotations, specific examples, etc.)
Persuasive language techniques used well and effectively.
Argument is clear and is well supported.
Conclusion

Remediation

No conclusion.
Level 1

Speech ended abruptly.
Does not bring closure.
The audience is left hanging.
Level 2

Speech ended with a rushed or confusing conclusion.
Brings closure.
Level 3

Speech ended with an adequate summary of points.
Reviews position on topic and brings closure.
Level 4

Speech ended with a lasting impression!
Reviews position on topic, brings closure, and has a memorable ending.
Voice

Remediation

Very difficult to hear or understand.
No expression in voice.
Mumbles, incorrectly pronounces terms, and speaks too quietly for a majority of students to hear.
Level 1

Difficult to hear or understand.
No expression in voice.
Mumbles, incorrectly pronounces terms, and speaks too quietly for a majority of students to hear.
Level 2

Could be heard some of the time or somewhat difficult to understand.
Little expression.
Voice is low, incorrectly pronounces terms, and audience has difficulty hearing presentation.
Level 3

Could be heard clearly. Good expression and rate.
Varied voice and pace.
Voice is clear, pronounces most words correctly, and audience members can hear presentation.
Level 4

Effective volume, diction, rate, and expression were used.
Appropriate pauses were used.
Uses a clear voice and correct pronunciation of terms so that audience members can hear presentation.
Eye Contact

Remediation

No eye contact with audience.
Level 1

Virtually no eye contact with audience, as entire report is read from notes.
Level 2

Displayed minimal eye contact with audience, while reading mostly from the notes.
Level 3

Consistent use of direct eye contact with audience, but still returns to notes.
Level 4

Holds attention of entire audience with the use of direct eye contact, seldom looking at notes.
Body Language

Remediation

Slouched, blank facial expression, fidgeting.
No movement or descriptive gestures.
Level 1

Slouched, blank facial expression, fidgeting.
Minimal movement or descriptive gestures.
Level 2

Some slouching, little facial expression, hand gestures distracting.
Some movement or descriptive gestures.
Level 3

Stood straight, appropriate hand gestures, appropriate facial expressions.
Made movements or gestures that enhances articulation.
Level 4

All body language showed enthusiasm: stood straight, hand gestures emphasized, facial expressions matched speech mood.
Movements seem fluid and help the audience visualize.
Time

Remediation

No effort at time management.
Level 1

Very poor time management is evident.
Level 2

Minor time management problems are present.
Level 3

Very minor time management problems.
Level 4

Presentation is neither rushed nor slow, with plenty of time for development of main points.
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  • persuasive speech, presentation



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