Opinion Essay Rubric

Criterion	Points
Essay is written in a clear and concise manner, with no grammatical or spelling errors. The writer states a position and supports it with at least three reasons why legislation is needed to protect wildlife from human created disasters	4
Essay is written in a clear and concise manner, with only one or two grammatical or spelling errors. The writer states a position and supports it with at least two reason why legislation is needed to protect wildlife from human created disasters	3
Essay is poorly written with several grammatical and spelling errors. The writer states a position but only supports it with one reason why legislation is needed to protect wildlife from human created disasters	2
Essay is poorly written with several grammatical and spelling errors. The writer does not state a position and there are no reasons stated why legislation is needed to protect wildlife from human created disasters	1