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Argument Paragraph
Argument Paragraph
Argument Paragraph scoring rubric.
Rubric Code:
E556W7
By
afixen
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
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Criteria for Paragraph
Excellent
4 pts
Good
3 pts
Fair
2 pts
Poor
1 pts
Topic Sentence
Excellent
Very well developed topic sentence. It engages the reader and creates interest. It clearly states the topic being argued and takes a stand.
Good
The topic sentence is fairly well developed. But it is not very engaging or creative.
Fair
The topic sentence states the topic being argued, but it may not take a clear stand.
Poor
The topic sentence does not state what is being argued, and there is no clear stand taken.
Reasons
Supported by Details and Examples.
Excellent
Reasons for the argument are clearly stated, and there are enough details to support the argument effectively and thoroughly. Concrete and specific examples are presented that effectively support and strengthen the argument.
Good
Reasons for the argument are stated and there are enough details and examples to support the argument adequately and logically.
Fair
Reasons for the argument are stated, but there are few concrete and specific details or examples to support the argument adequately or logically.
Poor
Reasons for the argument are not stated, or there are obvious fallacies that contradict the details and examples. Perhaps the argument is an unsupported rant.
Organization/Structure
Excellent
Reasons are effectively supported by details and examples that are presented in a very effective order that enhances and strengthens the argument.
Good
Reasons are in a clear. effective order and they adequately support the argument.
Fair
Reasons are in a discernible order, but there are not enough to effectively support the argument.
Poor
No discernible organization. Reasons are either missing or not in any discernible order. They do not support the argument or there are obvious fallacies in the proposed logic.
Style: sentence flow, tone, and
Excellent
Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Consistent and appropriate tone and word choice is used throughout the paragraph. Transitions are appropriate and add to the effectiveness of the paragraph.
Good
Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate with fairly good use of transitions to guide the reader.
Fair
Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better. While transitions are present they do not add to the overall effectiveness of the paragraph.
Poor
Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine. Transitions are either missing or inappropriate.
Concluding Statement
Excellent
The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that repeats key words from the topic sentence and makes a clear point about what is being argued.
Good
The concluding statement effectively unifies the paragraph, but it does not make a point about the argument.
Fair
The concluding statement relates a conclusion to the topic, but it does little to unify the paragraph around the argument.
Poor
There is no apparent concluding statement or point made about the argument.
Format/Neatness
Excellent
Typed. Follows accepted standard formatting guidelines and is the requested length.
- 14 size font
- Times New Roman
- Double-spaced
Good
Typed. Paragraph is the requested length.
Fair
Legible writing (not typed) and/or paragraph is under the requested length.
Poor
Illegible writing. Does not follow acceptable formatting guidelines. Paragraph is under the requested length.
Conventions/Mechanics
Excellent
No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.
Good
A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph.
Fair
A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that, while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned.
Poor
Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.
Keywords:
Definition Paragraph, rubric, writing components
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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