Exam Essay #2 – Argumentative Hand.png Type of Essay: Argumentative Writing Inst

Exam Essay #2 – Argumentative Hand.png
Type of Essay: Argumentative
Writing Instructions:
Read the arguments that follow. Take a position on the issue and write an argumentative essay of 500-600 words responding to this question:
“Do High School students benefit from working to earn money?”
Remember to:
Write a clear thesis asserting your position.
Defend your claims in your body paragraphs.
Add your own insight on the topic
Identify and respond to counter-arguments.
Summarize, paraphrase or quote text into your essay.
Cite according to MLA style.
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Final Exam Essay #2 – Argumentative
Final Exam Essay #2 – Argumentative
Criteria Ratings Pts
Introduction
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20 pts
Exceeds Expectations (16-20 pts)
Well developed introductory paragraph contains detailed background , a clear explanation or definition of the problem, and a thesis statement
15 pts
Meets Expectations (11-15 pts)
Introductory paragraph contains some background information and states the problem, but does not explain using details. States the thesis of the paper.
10 pts
Needs Improvement (6-10 pts)
Introduction states the thesis does not adequately explain the background of the problem. The problem is stated, but lacks detail.
5 pts
Inadequate (0-5 pts)
Thesis and or problem is vague or unclear. Background details are a seemingly random collection of information, unclear, or not related to the topic.
/ 20 pts
2 Body Paragraphs Refutation/Counter Argument
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20 pts
Exceeds Expectations (16-20 pts)
Two or more main points are well developed with supporting details. Refutation paragraph(s) acknowledges the opposing view and summarizes their main points.
15 pts
Meets Expectations (11-15 pts)
Two or more main points are present but may lack detail and development in one or two. Refutation paragraph(s) acknowledges the opposing view but doesn’t summarize points.
10 pts
Needs Improvement (6-10 pts)
Two or more main points, but all lack development. Refutation paragraph(s) missing and/or vague.
5 pts
Inadequate (0-5 pts)
Less than three main points, with poor development of ideas. Refutation missing or vague.
/ 20 pts
Conclusion
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20 pts
Exceeds Expectations (16-20 pts)
Conclusion summarizes the main topics without repeating previous sentences; writer’s opinions and suggestions for change are logical and well thought out.
15 pts
Meets Expectations (11-15 pts)
Conclusion summarizes main topics. Some suggestions for change are evident.
10 pts
Needs Improvement (6-10 pts)
Conclusion summarizes main topics, but is repetitive. No suggestions for change and/or opinions are included.
5 pts
Inadequate (0-5 pts)
Conclusion does not adequately summarize the main points. No suggestions for change or opinions are included.
/ 20 pts
English Conventions
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20 pts
Exceeds Expectations (16-20 pts)
Sentence structures are complex and vary, subject and verbs agree, varied vocabulary is used, correct punctuation is used. Correct spelling and capitalization.
15 pts
Meets Expectations (11-15 pts)
Uses complex sentences, few errors in verb agreement, punctuation, spelling and capitalization.
10 pts
Needs Improvement (6-10 pts)
Uses compound sentences, many errors in verb agreement, punctuation, spelling and capitalization.
5 pts
Inadequate (0-5 pts)
Uses simple sentences, too many errors in verb agreement, punctuation, spelling and capitalization.
/ 20 pts
MLA Format
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20 pts
Exceeds Expectations (16-20 pts)
Five paragraph essay format is followed precisely and MLA format is smoothly utilized in all areas. Title page, citations, and Works Cited page, margins, font, and line spacing all correctly done.
15 pts
Meets Expectations (11-15 pts)
Five paragraph essay format is generally followed and MLA format is well utilized in most areas. Title page, citations, and Works Cited page, margins, font, and line spacing mostly done.
10 pts
Needs Improvement (6-10 pts)
Essay under five paragraphs, MLA format is inconsistent. Title page, citations, and Works Cited page, margins, font, and line spacing generally done.
5 pts
Inadequate (0-5 pts)
Essay under five paragraphs, MLA format is minimally followed or absent
/ 20 pts
Total Points: 0
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