Name: ________________________________ Score: ______/ 65pts

ACT Score: _____/6

Argumentative Essay

Please attach this rubric to your argumentative essay. It must be attached before your essay will be graded.

Due: _________________________

4=Awesome! 3=Got It! 2=Almost 1=Not Quite

Thesis StatementI have a creative and complete thesis statement. I take a position and offer context for the rest of my essay. (10pts).

I have a solid and complete thesis statement. I take a position that indicates what the rest of my essay will be about. (8-9pts).

I have a thesis statement but it is basic and limited; it may be an “I” statement and/or it could be pushed more (6-7pts).

I may have a thesis statement but it is weak, inappropriate or missing (0-5pts).

Specific Support I have relevant, influential evidence in every paragraph.My evidence is masterfully integrated (19-20 pts).

I have solid, appropriate evidence in every.My evidence is appropriately integrated (16-18pts).

I have basic evidence in every paragraph, but it may not be relevant or appropriate. My evidence is integrated, but it is simple, basic, and/or awkward (12-15pts).

I have weak and/or missing evidence in my paragraphs. The evidence may also be irrelevant to the topic.My evidence is poorly integrated (0-10pts).

Organization and Structure

My paragraphs show thoughtful and inventive structure. I use effective transitions that move the reader through the essay. (10pts).

My paragraphs show thoughtful and clear structure. Transitions are present (8-9pts).

My paragraph show basic structure; my paragraphs might also be simple and underdeveloped (6-7pts).

My paragraphs show weak and confusing structure; my paragraphs may be lacking structure (0-5pts).

ACT Writing

Name: ________________________________ Score: ______/ 65pts

ACT Score: _____/6

Argumentative Essay

Counterargument I thoughtfully and thoroughly address the counterargument (10pts).

I address the counterargument in a somewhat clear way. (8-9pts).

I address the counterargument but it’s not always clear or fair (6-7pts).

I address the counterargument but it is weak or I do not address the counterargument (0-5pts).

Introduction and Conclusion

I have a thoughtful and creative introduction and a conclusion. (10pts).

I have a solid and complete introduction and conclusion (8-9pts).

I have an introduction and conclusion but they are simple and/or basic (6-7pts)

I have an introduction and conclusion but it is weak and/or missing (0-5pts)

Mechanics I have great, inventive mechanics and few if any errors (5pts).

I have solid mechanics and may have a couple errors (4pts).

I have basic mechanics and several errors (3pts).

I have poor mechanics and many distracting errors (0-2pts).

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