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Persuasive Essay Persuasive Essay Write a persuasive argument using one of the given prompts. The persuasive essay must contain at least 5 fully developed supporting paragraphs . You should incorporate all eight persuasive appeals in your writing. Rubric Code: L9W46X By sstewart529 Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 9-12

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	Good Job! 4 pts	Almost there! 3 pts	Off Track! 2 pts	Missed the Mark! 1 pts	Teacher Score (N/A)
Content & Development Weight: 6 Possible: 24	Good Job! - Content is comprehensive, accurate - Persuasive appeals are identifiable and accurately used - Major points are stated clearly and are well supported with good details. - Content and purpose of the writing are clear.	Almost there! - Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. - Persuasive appeals are identifiable but questionable - Major points are addressed, but not well supported. - Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.	Off Track! - Content is incomplete. - Major points are not clear and /or persuasive. -Lack of persuasive appeals	Missed the Mark! - Incomplete	Teacher Score
8 Persuasive Techniques Weight: 6 Possible: 24	Good Job! --All Persuasive techniques are included. --Specific details point to great support. --Position is clearly stated and consistently maintained.	Almost there! --At least 6 persuasive techniques are included. --Position is stated but not maintained consistently throughout the essay.	Off Track! --Some persuasive techniques are included. --Statement of position cannot be determined	Missed the Mark! --Incomplete	Teacher Score
Organization & Structure Weight: 6 Possible: 24	Good Job! - Quality paragraphs with good transitions between each one. - Counter-argument present and/or addressed	Almost there! - 5 paragraphs - Paragraph transitions need some improvement. -Lack of counterargument	Off Track! - Organization and structure detract from the content. - Article is disjointed and lack transition of thoughts. - 4-5 paragraphs -Lack of counterargument	Missed the Mark! - Incomplete	Teacher Score
Sentence Fluency Weight: 3 Possible: 12	Good Job! - No run-ons or fragments -1 comma splice	Almost there! - 1 Run-on or fragment	Off Track! 2 or more Run-ons, Fragments, or Comma splices	Missed the Mark! -Incomplete	Teacher Score
Grammar & Vocabulary Weight: 2 Possible: 8	Good Job! - Rules of grammar and usage are followed. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure. -Strong use of descriptive vocabulary	Almost there! - Essay contains few grammatical errors. - Vocabulary somewhat limited.	Off Track! - Essay contains numerous grammatical errors.	Missed the Mark! -Incomplete	Teacher Score
MLA Style Weight: 2 Possible: 8	Good Job! -12 pt. Times New Roman - Double Spaced - Heading in upper left-hand corner	Almost there! Missing one of the following: -12 pt. Times New Roman - Double Spaced - Heading in upper left-hand corner	Off Track! Missing 2 or more of the following: -12 pt. Times New Roman - Double Spaced - Heading in upper left-hand corner	Missed the Mark! - Incomplete	Teacher Score

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