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Argument Paragraph 
Argument Paragraph
Argument Paragraph scoring rubric.
Rubric Code: HX5A798
By bsquindo
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

Powered by iRubric Criteria for Paragraph
  Poor

1 pts

Fair

2 pts

Good

3 pts

Excellent

4 pts

Topic Sentence

Poor

The topic sentence does not state what is being argued, and there is no clear stand taken.
Fair

The topic sentence states the topic being argued, but it may not take a clear stand.
Good

The topic sentence is fairly well developed. But it is not very engaging or creative.
Excellent

Very well developed topic sentence. It engages the reader and creates interest. It clearly states the topic being argued and takes a stand.
Reasons

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.
Fair

Reasons for the argument are stated, but there are few concrete and specific details or examples to support the argument adequately or logically.
Good

Reasons for the argument are stated and there are enough details and examples to support the argument adequately and logically.
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.
Organization/Structure

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.
Fair

Reasons are in a discernible order, but there are not enough to effectively support the argument.
Good

Reasons are in a clear. effective order and they adequately support the argument.
Excellent

Reasons are effectively supported by details and examples that are presented in a very effective order that enhances and strengthens the argument.
Style: sentence flow, tone, and

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.
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.
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.
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.
Mechanics

Poor

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.
Fair

A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that, while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned.
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.
Excellent

No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.



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