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Persuasive Speech/Debate Rubric 
Persuasive Speech Rubric
Students will give a persuasive speech to their peers exploring one topic presented in The New York Times' article, "200 Prompts for Argumentative Writing." They will be assessed on use of persuasive language, content and style of delivery. Speeches need to be a minimum of 3 minutes long and no longer than 6 minutes.
Rubric Code: JX82AA3
By gkrivak
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Subject: English  
Type: Presentation  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Excellent

2 pts

Good

1.5 pts

Fair

1 pts

Needs Improvement

0.5 pts

Introduction
2 pts

Score:
Excellent

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

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

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

No introduction.
Didn't actually introduce topic.
First few lines of the speech did not get my attention.
Body
2 pts

Score:
Excellent

Excellent organization, in-depth details, and included a variety of details (facts, stories, specific examples, etc.)
Persuasive language techniques used well and effectively.
Facts are clear and well supported.
Good

Good organization and details.
Used sound persuasive techniques.
Facts are somewhat clear and have evidence.
Fair

Enough details, but little organization.
Used some persuasive techniques, but not very well.
Facts need clarity and support.
Needs Improvement

Lack of organization or details.
Attempted some persuasive techniques.
Facts are not clear and have no support or evidence.
Conclusion
2 pts

Score:
Excellent

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

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

Speech ended with a rushed or confusing conclusion.
Brings closure.
Needs Improvement

Speech ended abruptly.
Does not bring closure.
The audience is left hanging.
Questions & Answers
2 pts

Score:
Excellent

All three questions are precise and thoughtful. Speaker answers all questions precisely and thoughtfully.
Good

At least two questions are precise and thoughtful. Speaker answers at least two questions precisely and thoughtfully.
Fair

At least one question is are precise and thoughtful. Speaker answers at least one questions precisely and thoughtfully.
Needs Improvement

Questions and answers are not thoughtful or precise. .
Time
2 pts

Score:
Excellent

Presentation is neither rushed nor slow, with plenty of time for development of main points.
Within frame of allotted time.
Presentation is within 3 to 5 minutes.
Good

Very minor time management problems. Presentation is slightly rushed or a bit too short.
Presentation is within 3 to 5 minutes.
Fair

Minor time management problems are present.
Insufficient time to develop main points.
Finishes presentation with the minimum 3 minutes.
Needs Improvement

Very poor time management is evident.
Not within frame of allotted time.
Presentation is over 6 minutes and under 3 minutes.
Total Score
Score:_______/ 10



Keywords:
  • persuasive speech, presentation



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