Common Core
Common Core Argument Writing Rubric (Grades 9-12)
Common Core State Standards argument writing rubric for high school students.
English
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
10 points
Rubric Details
- Standard
- Common Core
- Subject
- English
- Grade Level
- 9-12
- Total Points
- 10
- Criteria
- 3 categories
- Assignment Type
- essay
Rubric Criteria
Claim and Focus Sophistication of claim and counterclaim | 4 pts | 3 pts | 2 pts | 1 pt | 0 pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Introduces precise, knowledgeable claim. Addresses counterclaims fairly. Maintains focus throughout. | Introduces clear claim. Addresses counterclaim. Generally maintains focus. | Claim may be unclear. Counterclaim may not be addressed. | Claim unclear or absent. | Response blank or off-topic. |
Evidence and Reasoning Quality of evidence and analysis | 4 pts | 3 pts | 2 pts | 1 pt | 0 pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Develops claim and counterclaim with thorough, relevant evidence. Sophisticated analysis of relationship between claim and evidence. | Develops claim with relevant evidence and clear reasoning. | Evidence or reasoning may be limited. | Minimal evidence or reasoning. | Response blank or off-topic. |
Organization, Style, and Conventions Structure, voice, and mechanics | 2 pts | 1 pt | 0 pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Logical organization with smooth transitions. Formal style. Few errors. | Organization, style, or conventions inconsistent. | Little organization or severe errors. |
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