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Persuasive Essay Persuasive Essay Write a persuasive essay on an attraction that you have visited. The persuasive essay must contain 5 fully developed supporting paragraphs . You should incorporate persuasive strategies and voice in your writing. Rubric Code: SX2X988 By bubbaboy Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: K-5

Criterion
	4 pts	3 pts	1 pts	0 pts
Content and Development	4 Content is comprehensive and the major points are stated clearly and supported with good details.	3 Content is mostly comprehensive and most points are stated clearly and are supported with good details.	1 Content is incomplete; major points are not clear and /or persuasive.	0 Content does not address the persuasive subject.
Grammar & Vocabulary	4 Rules of grammar and usage are followed; language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure; strong use of descriptive vocabulary.	3 Essay contains few grammatical errors; vocabulary somewhat limited.	1 Essay contains numerous grammatical errors.	0 Essay contains so many errors it is confusing to the reader.
Organization & Structure	4 An introductory paragraph, 3 supporting paragraphs and a concluding paragraph are well written.	3 Paragraphs are well written but a key paragraph is missing.	1 Organization and structure are not consistent and are confusing to the reader.	0 Organization and structure detract from the content; essay is disjointed and lacks transition of thoughts.
Voice	4 Assured, convincing voice is used.	3 A somewhat convincing voice is used.	1 A weak voice is used.	0 No distinct voice is present.