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"A Modest Proposal" Proposal Essay 
"A Modest Proposal" Proposal Essay
Students construct a proposal to respond to problems and issues in society.
Rubric Code: MCA3A8
By Msbirge808
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

Powered by iRubric Persuasive Essay
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Average

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Above Average

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Excellent

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Problems & Solution

Below Average or Not Present

Essay lacks problem or clear solution.
Average

Essay highlights problem, but no clear connections exist between the problem and the solution; the solution may be unclear or unpersuasive.
Above Average

Essay highlights problem thoroughly; clear connections exist between the problem and the solution; the solution is clear and persuasive.
Excellent

Essay highlights problem cohesively; symptoms to a particluar, overarching issue are discussed. Essay has presented the proposed solution convincingly with multiple pieces of evidence.
Organization

Below Average or Not Present

The essay is unclear and may lack introduction or conclusion paragraphs.
Average

Although there is a clear introduction and conclusion, the essay lacks transitions, logical order, or may jump around.
Above Average

The essay follows a logical order, and the writer fully develops each idea. Transitions are effectively used to move from one idea to the next.
Excellent

The essay follows a logical order, and the writer fully develops each idea. Transitions are effectively used to move from one idea to the next. The conclusion enables us to better understand or appreciate the argument, rather than simply summarizing already stated ideas.
Persuasive Techniques

Below Average or Not Present

Writer lacks purposeful, persuasive techniques.
Average

Writer may have employed some persuasive techniques but they may be unclear, incorrect, or unexplained.
Above Average

Writer has convincingly employed persuasive techniques throughout the piece, such as facts, statistics, & anecdotes/allusions.
Excellent

Writer has convincingly employed persuasive techniques throughout the piece, such as facts, statistics, anecdotes/allusions. Voice and tone assist in creating argument.
Both Sides Shown

Below Average or Not Present

Only one side of the issue is shown or the non-favored side is under represented.
Average

Both sides of the argument are sketched lightly, few examples are given.
Above Average

Both sides of the argument are presented. Examples are given for both sides.
Excellent

Both sides of the argument are presented at length. Memorable examples are given for both sides.
Sources Cited Correctly

Below Average or Not Present

Sources Not Cited at all or cited incorrectly in format
Average

Sources Cited, but in-text citations may be missing or citations may be in incorrect format.
Above Average

Sources cited in in-text citations and a Works Cited Page is used. A few errors may be present on the Works Cited Page.
Excellent

Sources are cited correctly in 2009 MLA format with both in-text citations and a Works Cited Page. No errors are present
Grammar

Below Average or Not Present

Essay has more than 10 errors.
Average

Essay has 6 - 10 errors.
Above Average

Essay has 3 - 5 errors.
Excellent

Essay has 0 - 2 errors.




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