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Persuasive Essay 
Persuasive Essay
Write a persuasive argument in response to the the prompt. The persuasive essay must contain at least five fully developed paragraphs. The paper must include proper sources and MLA citations.
Rubric Code: Y79X82
By Dianecherise
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Powered by iRubric Persuasive Essay
  Excellent

10 pts

Good

8 pts

Fair

6 pts

Poor

4 pts

Introduction

Excellent

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

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

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

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

Excellent

- All Persuasive techniques are included (facts, quotation, and supported opinions).
- Position is clearly stated and consistently maintained.
Good

- Two persuasive techniques are included.
- Position is stated but not maintained consistently throughout the essay.
Fair

- One persuasive techniques is included.
- Position is stated but not supported throughout essay.
- uses "I think" statements.
Poor

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

Excellent

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

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

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

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

Excellent

A variety of thoughtful transition are used. They clearly show how ideas are connected.

Proper paragraph structure is used.
Good

Transition show how ideas are connected, but there is little variety.

Paragraph structure is used.
Fair

Some transitions work well, but some connections between ideas are fuzzy.

Paragraph structure is attempted.
Poor

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

Excellent

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.
Good

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.
Fair

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.
Poor

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.



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