Understanding the Argumentative Writing Rubric

What is the main purpose of the writing rubric?

• to assign grades for students

• to describe the characteristics of good writing at different score points

• to give a random score to student writing

• to summarize classroom behavior

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CCSS.W.5.4

Which part of an essay needs to clearly state the main argument?

• introduction

• conclusion

• transitions

• evidence

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A

What should strong transitions do in an essay?

• create confusion between paragraphs

• repeat the same ideas

• connect ideas smoothly within and between paragraphs

• be optional in the essay

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CCSS.W.5.1C

CCSS.W.5.2C

CCSS.W.5.3C

What type of evidence is considered most effective in supporting the argument?

• opinions from friends

• irrelevant information

• well-integrated, relevant evidence from multiple sources

• statements without any proof

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.9A

WHat happens to the score if there is no citation for evidence?

• the essay automatically gets a perfect score

• the score for development is reduced

• the score remains unaffected

• the evidence is ignored

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CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.2B

CCSS.W.5.9A

Which score point represents "above grade-level accomplishment?"

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

How does the tone and voice contribute to an argument?

• it distracts the reader from the main point

• it makes the argument unclear

• it strengthens the overall argument when used effectively

• it isn't important for writing

Tags

CCSS.SL.5.4

What should be included in a well-developed essay besides text evidence?

• confusing ideas

• repeated information

• examples, definitions, and rhetorical techniques

• random facts from different topics

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CCSS.W.5.2B

CCSS.W.5.4

If an essay is too brief and lacks enough detail, what might happen?

• It demonstrates good command of the topic

• It may score lower due to lack of elaboration and detail

• It will still get the highest score

• The length does not affect the score

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CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.2B

CCSS.W.5.4

What score point is given when a claim is absent or confusing, and the structure is unclear?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.4