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Argumentative Essay 
Persuasive Essay
Rubric Code: TA2XCB
By kobi_nelson
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

Powered by iRubric Persuasive Essay
  Accelerated

30 pts

Proficient

25 pts

Partially Proficient

20 pts

Not Proficient

15 pts

Introduction

30%
Accelerated

- Intro is attention-getting
- Includes a well-
structured thesis
statement that clearly states the author's bias.
- Contains necessary background information
Proficient

- Intro is somewhat interesting
- Includes a clear thesis statement that states the author's bias.
- Includes some background information
Partially Proficient

- Intro is included, but it is not interesting
- Includes a week thesis statement that does not state the author's bias.
- Includes minimal or no background information
Not Proficient

There is no introduction present. The paper just begins.
Evidence and Persuasive Elements

20%
Accelerated

Four or more pieces of evidence are included in the essay (facts, quotations, and supported opinions).
- Position is clearly stated and consistently maintained.
Proficient

- Three or more pieces of evidence are included in the essay.
- Position is stated but not maintained consistently throughout the essay.
Partially Proficient

- Two pieces of evidence are included in the essay.
- Position is stated but not supported throughout essay.
Not Proficient

Statement of position cannot be determined. Paper reads like an informational essay. May use "I think" statements.
Content & Development

20%
Accelerated

Content is comprehensive, accurate. Major points are stated clearly and are well supported with good details. Content and purpose of the writing are clear.
Proficient

Content is somewhat comprehensive and/or persuasive. Major points are addressed, and somewhat supported. Content is somewhat clear.
Partially Proficient

Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. Major points are addressed, but not well supported. Content is inconsistent and unclear.
Not Proficient

Content is incomplete. Major points are not clear and /or persuasive. Lack of persuasive appeals.
Organization

20%
Accelerated

A variety of thoughtful transition are used. They clearly show how ideas are connected.
All ideas point back to the thesis statement.
Proficient

Transitions show how ideas are connected, but there is little variety.
Most ideas point back to the thesis statement.
Partially Proficient

Some transitions work well, but some connections between ideas are fuzzy.
Some ideas point back to the thesis statement.
Not Proficient

The transitions between ideas are unclear and/or nonexisitent.
Conventions

10%
Accelerated

Author follows rules of grammar, so the essay is exceptionally easy to read.
Sources are properly documented and the works-cited page is complete and correct.
Proficient

Author makes 1-2 errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content, but the essay is still easy to read.
Sources are documented and a works-cited page is included, but one or both are incomplete or incorrect.
Partially Proficient

Author makes 3-4 errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content and interrupt the flow of the essay.
Some information is properly documented and the works-cited page is incomplete or incorrect.
Not Proficient

Author makes more than 4 errors in grammar that distract the reader from the content and interrupts the flow of the essay.
Sources are not documented and a works-cited page is not included.



Keywords:
  • Persuasive Essay



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