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Argument
Rubric Code:
R2WA3A5
By
ryerika
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
6-8
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Argument
Advanced
4 pts
Mastery
3 pts
Developing
2 pts
Beginning
1 pts
Introduction - Hook
Advanced
My intro contains a very well-written hook that creates interest for the reader.
Mastery
My intro contains a powerful hook such as a significant fact, statistic, or anecdote relevant to the topic.
Developing
My intro contains a hook such as a fact, topic, or anecdote.
Beginning
My intro contains a weak hook, or the hook may be missing.
Introduction - Topic
Advanced
I can clearly explain the meaning of the topic by explaining its importance in a way that shows a deep understanding of the issue.
Mastery
I can clearly explain the meaning of the topic by explaining its importance.
Developing
I can explain the meaning of the topic by mentioning its importance.
Beginning
I can talk about the topic and briefly mention its importance.
Introduction - Thesis Statement
Advanced
I can introduce the reader to my claim and persuasive reasons in a powerful 1-sentence thesis statement.
Mastery
I can develop a 1-sentence thesis statement that includes a specific claim and supporting reasons.
Developing
I can develop a 1-sentence thesis statement that includes a claim and supporting reasons.
Beginning
I can develop a thesis statement that is either weak or unclear.
Transitions
Advanced
I can include transitions that clearly and effectively display how parts of the text relate back to earlier parts.
Mastery
I can include transitions that help the reader understand how parts of the text relate back to earlier parts.
Developing
I can include transitions; however, they do not always help the reader understand how parts of the text relate back to earlier parts.
Beginning
I can include basic transitions that do not relate to earlier parts of the text.
Organization - Support
Advanced
I can support a claim with compelling and convincing factual evidence, and include a thought-provoking counterclaim.
Mastery
I can support a claim with relevant and factual evidence, and include a counterclaim.
Developing
I can support a claim with factual evidence.
Beginning
I can support a claim with information.
Organization - Quotations
Advanced
I can use quotations from sources that are flawlessly tied in and cited correctly (in MLA format).
Mastery
I can use quotations from sources that are tied into my writing and are cited correctly (in MLA format).
Developing
I can use quotations from my sources, by my sources might not be cited correctly.
Beginning
I can quote a source although my citations are missing.
Organization - Sources
Advanced
My quotes are followed by (or introduced with) thought-provoking analysis.
Mastery
My quotes are followed by (or introduced with) analysis.
Developing
My quotes are supported with my own thoughts and ideas.
Beginning
Although I have included quotes from sources, I have not explained those quotes with my own thoughts.
Organization - Paragraphs
Advanced
I can create well-structured and well-written paragraphs - including an intro, body, and conclusion - that connect to each other in a logical and persuasive way.
Mastery
I can create paragraphs - including an intro, body, and conclusion - that connect to each other in a logical way.
Developing
I can create paragraphs that contain ideas that are loosely connected to each other.
Beginning
I can create a response that many not include paragraphs; my writing may not build on my main idea.
Ending - "Re-hook"
Advanced
I can write an ending that contains an exceptionally well-written 're-hook' that re-engages the reader.
Mastery
I can write an ending that contains a powerful 're-hook' such as a significant fact, statistic, or anecdote relevant to my topic.
Developing
I can write an ending that contains a 're-hook' such as a fact, statistic, or anecdote.
Beginning
My ending contains a weak 're-hook' or the 're-hook' may be missing.
Ending - Main points
Advanced
I can restate - and add to - the main points I used in my thesis statement.
Mastery
I can restate the main points I used in my thesis statement.
Developing
I can briefly mention some of the main points I used in my thesis statement.
Beginning
I can restate my claim.
Ending - Impact of Argument
Advanced
I can powerfully state the impact of my argument on society and/or those around me.
Mastery
I can clearly describe why my argument is important.
Developing
I can vaguely describe why my argument is important.
Beginning
I did not describe why my argument is important.
Ending - Challenge/Counterclaim
Advanced
I can describe a problem my argument might face or provide a powerful "call to action."
Mastery
I can mention a problem my argument might face or provide a "call to action."
Developing
I can briefly mention a problem or "call to action."
Beginning
I can mention a problem related to my topic.
Works Cited
Advanced
I can include a correctly formatted works cited page.
Mastery
I can include a works cited page with a few errors in formatting.
Developing
I can include a work cited page with many errors in formatting.
Beginning
I did not include a works cited page.
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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