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Argument Essay 
Argument Essay
This rubric is for evaluating argument essays written by students assessing their ability to formulate argumentative writings that decipher between presidential candiadate choice using factual evidence, data and statistics.
Rubric Code: NABC72
By MrsHunter
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Poor

1 pts

Fair

3 pts

Good

6 pts

Very good

8 pts

Excellent

10 pts

Assignment Guidelines

Poor

The essay does not meet the criteria for the assignment. Missing Vocabulary or CREW labeling.
Fair

The essay meets some requirements from paper guidelines; yet some key aspects missing (vocab/labeling)
Good

The paper follows guidelines within most aspects. CREW is present but not labeled. Vocabulary used but in wrong context.
Very good

Essay follows all guidelines for vocabulary and CREW. All are labeled.
Excellent

Highly creative expression is used in the presence of the paper guidlines. Vocabulary and CREW are used to add to the effectiveness of the paper.
Quality of argument

Poor

Argument presented is lacking strong quality, has weak or no organization and logic. No presence of CREW. Wrote on wrong topic.
Fair

Argument presented has some organization and logic. The argument is somewhat appropriate for the audience. CREW is somewhat used.
Good

Argument presented is of good quality, basically logical and organized. The argument is appropriate for the audience. CREW is identified.
Very good

Argument presented is of very good quality, is logical and well organized. The argument is appropriate for the audience. CREW is throroughly utilized.
Excellent

Argument presented is of high quality with logical organization which adds to its strength. It is appropriately matched to the audience. Uses CREW creatively and effectively.
Purpose

Poor

The essay does not achieve its goal.
Fair

The essay communicates its side, but fails to convince the audience because the essay lacks enough support.
Good

The essay begins to convince the audience, but needs more support.
Very good

The essay uses strong evidence to support the thesis. The audience is convinced.
Excellent

The author is nearly an expert at convincing an audience; more than enough support was given.
Grammatics/Punctuation

Poor

Grammar errors and punctuation errors interfere with the reader's ability to easily read the essay.
Fair

There are errors that interfere with the ability to follow the esay.
Good

There are few errors in grammar and punctuation, and the flow is readable.
Very good

There are few, if any errors and great flow in sentences.
Excellent

There are no grammatic or usage errors, and no punctuation errors. Sentences are well constructed and flow well.
Voice

Poor

Paper does not take a clear side. Author does not seem to be able to argue one side.
Fair
Good

Author has control of the topic and seems confident in what they are arguing.
Very good
Excellent

Author has complete control of the topic and cleverly argues their side.




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