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Poetry Research Paper Persuasive Research Report Rubric Code: Q89XBA By lgagnier Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 9-12

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	Excellent (N/A)	Good (N/A)	Fair (N/A)	Poor (N/A)
Focus	Excellent Argument is well- focused and purpose is clear.	Good Argument is mostly well-focused and purpose is focused.	Fair Argument is not as focused as it needs to be, causing the writer's argument to be somewhat weak; and purpose is not always clear.	Poor Argument is not focused or includes contradictory information, entirely weakening the writer's argument and purpose is questionable.
Strong, Convincing Voice	Excellent The writer's own voice and point of view are distinct and convincing for his/her audience.	Good The writer's own voice is somewhat strong and convincing and engages the audience.	Fair The writer's own voice and point of view are often vague.	Poor The writer's own voice and point of view are not evident.
Support	Excellent Argument contains abundant and convincing support that is appropriately cited.	Good Support is only ample but is still somewhat convincing. Citations are limited.	Fair Argument has some support but is still weak. Citations may be minimal or incomplete.	Poor Argument lacks sufficient support; or the support used is not convincing. No citations included.
Organization/Unity	Excellent Argument is well-organized, and uses transitional devices to create unity and fluidity.	Good Argument is mostly organized and uses transitional devices to create unity and ample fluidity.	Fair Argument is somewhat organized, with limited use of transitional devices for unity and fluidity.	Poor Argument lacks sufficient organization and few if any transitional devices are used to create unity and fluidity.
Grammar/Mechanics	Excellent Flawless; no errors. Proofreading is evident.	Good Some errors. Proofread.	Fair Several careless errors. Proofreading is not evident.	Poor Numerous errors that may hinder comprehension. Not proofread.
Sources/Works Cited	Excellent A variety of sources are presented and cited correctly using in-text citations as well as a works cited page.	Good Appropriate sources are presented with a few errors. Sources are presented through in-text citations and works cited page.	Fair Sources are minimal or incomplete. May not follow appropriate format. Sources may only be presented in-text or with a works cited page.	Poor Sources are not presented appropriately or are not present at all.