Persuasive Essay/Speech Scoring Tool

Persuasive Writing Scoring Tool Name: Points Self/ Area Assessment Criteria Possible Peer Teacher Introduction Includes a hook to get the reader’s/listener’s attention. 5 Background information about the issue is provided. 5 Thesis statement expresses a clear position on the issue. 5 First Argument Topic sentence states a logical reason for the position. 5 Three supporting details for this reason are adequate, accurate, and appropriate. 15 Second Argument Topic sentence states a logical reason for the position. 5 Three supporting details for this reason are adequate, accurate, and appropriate. 15 Third Argument Topic sentence states a logical reason for the position. 5 Three supporting details for this reason are adequate, accurate, and appropriate. 15 Opposing Viewpoint* Topic sentence states an opposing viewpoint. *Optional for Extra Rebuttal and supporting details are adequate, accurate, and +10 Credit appropriate. EC Conclusion Main points are paraphrased. 5 Thesis statement is restated. 5 Personal comment or call to action is included. 5 Mechanics Sentences make sense. 5 Correct capitalization, usage, punctuation, and spelling. 5 TOTAL POINTS 100 /100 /100 Peer Comments:

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