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Persuasive Essay Rubric 
Six Traits Plus One Persuasive Rubric
High school level persuasive rubric for juniors
Rubric Code: UXW28A2
By PammyZ
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  F

1 pts

D

2 pts

C

3 pts

B

4 pts

A

5 pts

Ideas/Content
20 pts

F

Sketchy, loosely focused information forces the reader to make inferences about the writer's position. May have missing or limited detail, lists of minor facts, unsupported ideas. NO opposing viewpoints.
D

Between 1-3
C

The writer has made a solid beginning in defining the position. it is easy to see where the paper is headed, though more expansion is needed to support the writer's position. Opposing viewpoint is acknowledged.
B

Between 3-5
A

The writing is clear, well-supported or developed, and enhanced by the kind of detail that keeps readers reading. Opposing viewpoint is given a fair review.
Organization
15 pts

F

Ideas and details are loosely strung together. More that one problem: No clear sense of direction, no real lead or conclusion, unclear transitions, poor sequencing.
D

Between 1-3
C

The organizational structure allows the reader to move through the text without undue confusion. Moderate use of transitions.
B

Between 3-5
A

The order, presentation, or structure of the piece is compelling and guides the reader purposefully through the text. Good use of transitions.
Voice
15 pts

F

The writer seems definitely distanced from topic, audience, or both. The text lacks life, spirit, or energy.
D

Between 1-3
C

The writer is sincere and willing to communicate with the reader on a functional, if somewhat distant, level.
B

Between 3-5
A

The writer's energy and passion for the subject drive the writing, making the text lively, expressive and engaging
Word Choice
15 pts

F

The writer struggles with a limited vocabulary and simply does not speak to the intended audience. Redundancy clouds the message. words are used incorrectly. Transition words are absent.
D

Between 1-3
C

The language is functional, but sometimes lacks punch, It does get the message across.
B

Between 3-5
A

Words convey the intended message in an interesting, precise, and natural way. The writing is full and rich, yet concise.
Sentence Fluency
15 pts

F

The paper is difficult to follow or read aloud. Most sentences tend to be choppy, incomplete, rambling, or awkward. They need a lot of work.
D

Between 1-3
C

The text hums along efficiently for the most part, though it may lack a certain rhythm or grace. It tends to be more pleasant or businesslike than eloquent.
B

Between 3-5
A

The writing has an easy flow and eloquence when read aloud. Sentences are well build, with strand and varied structure.
Conventions
20 pts

F

Errors in spelling, punct., usage, grammar, caps., and paragraphing repeatedly distract the reader making the text difficult to read. Errors are VERY noticeable.
D

Between 1-3
C

The writer shows reasonable control over a limited range of standard writing conventions. However, the paper would require moderate editing prior to publication. Errors distract the reader.
B

Between 3-5
A

The writer shows a good grasp of standard writing conventions (grammar, caps., punct., usage, spelling, paragraphing). Errors are so few or minor that they may be skipped.




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