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A Persuasive Essay
A Persuasive Essay
Write a persuasive argument about your product. The persuasive essay must contain 5 fully developed supporting paragraphs . You should incorporate persuasive strategies and voice in your writing.
Rubric Code:
DA2BX8
By
dlawrenz
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8
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Criteria
4 pts
3 pts
2 pts
1 pts
Persuasive Techniques and Voice
4
--Many Persuasive strategies (e.g. logos, pathos, ethos) are included.
--Strategy is very effective, and is supported.
--Position is clearly stated
3
--Some persuasive strategies included.
--Strategy is supported but may lack effectiveness
--Position is stated but may not be maintained
2
--One persuasive strategy is included.
--Strategy may lack support and effectiveness
--Statement of position attempted but unclear
1
--Persuasive strategies not attempted.
-Statement of position cannot be determined
Organization & Structure
4
--Five quality paragraphs with effective transitions between each one.
--Counter-argument present and/or addressed
3
--Five paragraphs
--Paragraph transitions used.
-Counterargument included
2
--Organization and structure may detract from the content.
--Transitions used improperly
--Lack of counterargument
1
--No evidence of organization or structure
Grammar & Vocabulary
4
--Rules of grammar and usage are followed.
--Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.
-Strong use of descriptive vocabulary
3
--Essay contains few grammatical errors.
--Language is clear
--Consistent sentence structure; may lack variation
--Some use of descriptive vocabulary
2
--Essay contains a number of grammatical errors.
--Language and sentence structure lack clarity.
--Basic vocabulary
1
-Little or no adherence to grammar & vocabulary conventions
Content, and Delopment
4
--Content is comprehensive
--Persuasive appeals are identifiable and effective
--Major points are stated clearly and supported with good details.
3
--Content is adequately covered
--Persuasive appeals are attempted but may lack effectiveness
--Major points are addressed, and most are supported.
2
--Content is incomplete.
--Lack of persuasive appeals
--Major points are not clear and /or supported.
1
--Incomplete
MLA Style
4
--12 pt. Times New Roman
--Double Spaced
--Heading in upper left-hand corner
3
Missing one of the following:
-12 pt. Times New Roman
- Double Spaced
- Heading in upper left-hand corner
2
Missing 2 or more of the following:
-12 pt. Times New Roman
--Double Spaced
--Heading in upper left-hand corner
1
--Unacceptable font style and/or size
--Incorrect spacing
--Heading missing or incorrectly placed
--Draft submitted as final copy
Keywords:
Persuasive Essay
Subjects:
English
Health
Journalism
Science
Types:
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