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Position Paper Persuasive Editorial Write a persuasive argument encouraging your Congressman to adopt your position (against, for or for with restrictions) regarding the legalization of human cloning. The persuasive editorial must contain at least 3 fully developed supporting paragraphs . You are to demonstrate your comprehension of the subject as well as your writing skills utilizing appropriate vocabulary. Rubric Code: Y2747B By mfowler Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Science Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Criterion
	Excellent 3 pts	Fair 2 pts	Poor 1 pts	Incomplete 0 pts
Content & Development	Excellent -Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive with a strong lead - Major points are stated clearly and are well supported. - Content and purpose of the writing are clear.	Fair - Content is not comprehensive and /or persuasive. -Strong lead sentence - Major points are addressed, but not well supported. - Content is inconsistent with regard to purpose and clarity of thought.	Poor - Content is incomplete. - Major points are not clear and /or persuasive. -No use of direct quotes	Incomplete -No content or major points were given.
Organization & Structure	Excellent - Structure of the article is clear and easy to follow. -Flow of ideas fluid and logical.	Fair - Structure of the article is not that easy to follow. - Paragraph transitions need some improvement.	Poor - Organization and structure detract from the content. - Article is disjointed and lack transition of thoughts.	Incomplete -No organization or structure was developed.
Format, Punctuation & Spelling	Excellent - Article follows designated guidelines. - Article is the appropriate length as described for the assignment. -Very few or no faults with respect to spelling/accentuation or punctuation.	Fair - Article follows most guidelines. -Occasional faults in spelling/accentuation or punctuation.	Poor - Article lacks many elements of the correct format. -Frequent errors in spelling/accentuation or punctuation. - Article is inadequate/excessive in length	Incomplete -No Article was written.
Grammar & Vocabulary	Excellent - Rules of grammar and usage are followed. - Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure. -Strong use of descriptive vocabulary	Fair - Article contains few grammatical errors. - Vocabulary somewhat limited.	Poor - Article contains numerous grammatical errors.	Incomplete -No Article was written.