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English 10                             

Pro/Con Essay #7 Rubric Sheet                                                                                          

 

 

____  Ideas and Development

  20                  __  clear thesis statement containing your position on the topic (please under line this)

                                __  at least two specific, descriptive examples and commentary explaining your                                                                 readers’ potential objections to your position (cons)

                                __  at least three specific, descriptive examples and commentary explaining                                                                        the best arguments for your position (pros)

                                __  strategic balance between the pros and cons

                                __  choice of examples on each side was both intelligent and fair

 

____  Organization

  15                  __  appropriate, effective title

__  effective introduction that makes your topic clear

                                __  logical sequencing of paragraphs (cons before pros)

                                __  cons arranged in most strategic order ( neutral)

                                __  pros arranged in most strategic order   (neutral)

                                __  clear focus and abundant detail/elaboration in each body paragraph

                                __  effective transitions between paragraphs (underline the transitions)

                                __  effective conclusion, use opinion and commentary.

                               

 

____  Sentence Fluency, Voice, and Word Choice

  7                    __  sentences flow and read smoothly

                                __  variety in sentence length and structure

                                __  respectful, unbiased voice and word choice

                                __  vivid, descriptive word choice (highlight five words that show this)

 

____  Conventions

  8                    __  neat and legible (typed, double-spaced)

                                __  proper spelling, punctuation, and usage

                                __  no fragments, run-ons, or comma splices

 

 

____  Total Score 

  50

 

 

Assignment:  Choose a controversial issue that has two clear sides to it.  Write a persuasive essay in the pro/con format.   Present arguments for both sides in a fair and respectful manner, with special weight given to the side that you favor (the pro side).  Staple this sheet on top of the essay.