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Argument Essay 
Argument Essay
Argument Essay scoring rubric.
Rubric Code: S3CA2A
By gdrobles
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  Poor

1 pts

Fair

2 pts

Good

3 pts

Excellent

4 pts

Introduction/Thesis Statement

Poor

The introduction does not "capture" audience. Thesis statement does not include topic and opinion on topic.
Fair

The introduction somewhat
"captures" audience. Thesis statement contains the topic, but it may not have clear opinion.
Good

The introduction generally "captures" audience. Thesis statement fairly well developed with a topic and clear opinion.
Excellent

Very well developed introduction engages the reader and create interest. and thesis statement. Thesis statement clearly states topic being argued and takes a stand.
Body Paragraphs

Reasons supported by Details and Examples.
Poor

Each paragraph does not contain a topic sentence.
Reasons for the argument are not stated, no evidence/outside research is provided, or there are obvious fallacies that contradict the details and examples. Perhaps the argument is an unsupported rant.
Fair

Each paragraph contains a topic sentence but the relationship to the thesis is not clearly evident in each one.
Reasons for the argument are stated, but there are few concrete and specific details, examples, or evidence/outside research to support the argument adequately or logically.
Good

Each paragraph contains a topic sentence related to the thesis statement.
Reasons for the argument are stated and there are enough details, examples, and evidence/outside research to support the argument adequately and logically.
Excellent

Each paragraph contains a clearly focused topic sentence that relates to the thesis statement.
Reasons for the argument are clearly stated, and there are enough details/evidence/outside research to support the argument effectively and thoroughly. Concrete and specific examples are presented that effectively support and strengthen the argument.
Overall Organization

Unity & Coherence
Poor

No discernible organization. Reasons are either missing or not in any discernible order. They do not support the argument or there are obvious fallacies in the proposed logic.
Fair

Reasons are in a discernible order, but there are not enough to effectively support the argument as presented in the thesis statement.
Good

Reasons are in a clear. effective order and they adequately support the argument as presented in the thesis statement.
Excellent

Reasons are effectively supported by details and examples that are presented in a very effective order that enhances and strengthens the argument as presented in the thesis statement.
Conclusion

Poor

There is no apparent conclusion or restating of the argument. No reason as to why this is important t the reader or why he/she should remember this argument.
Fair

The concluding paragraph summarizes the argument based on the thesis, but it offers little to no explanation as to why this is important to the reader or why he/she should remember this argument.
Good

The concluding paragraph restates the argument based on the thesis statement. It also generally states why the argument is important to the reader or why he/she should remember this argument.
Excellent

The concluding paragraph clearly and effectively restates the argument and gives valid reasons in support of the argument. Clearly states a compelling explanation as to why this argument is important to the reader.
Style: sentence flow, tone, and

Poor

Writing is confusing and hard to follow. Contains fragments and/or run-on sentences. The tone and purpose is inconsistent and difficult to determine.
Fair

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better.
Good

Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate.
Excellent

Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Consistent and appropriate tone and word choice is used throughout the paragraph.
Mechanics

Poor

Distracting and major errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.
Fair

A few errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that, while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned.
Good

A few minor errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph.
Excellent

No errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.



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