Unit 85 | Lesson 5

Lesson 5: Advocacy: Going a Step Further—Convince Someone!
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Persuasive Essay Rubric

Paragraph one should define philanthropy and clearly state your position or opinion on philanthropy as it applies to preserving and protecting our natural resources.
Paragraphs two, three and four should give specific examples from our International Coastal Cleanup, "We Are Plooters," and/or Just a Dream to support your opinion.
Paragraph five should clearly restate your position on this opinion and convince the reader to act or believe accordingly.

Sample of Scoring Rubric for Persuasive Writing

Points	Description
4	The paper meets all criteria and has few mechanics and usage errors. It has a strong organizational pattern. Each reason is well supported with facts and details. The introduction and conclusion are strong.
3	The goal is clear. Good reasons are given and supported with facts, and there is an introduction and a conclusion. This paper may have usage or mechanics errors that affect comprehension.
2	The paper states a goal and reasons that support it. Some reasons are well developed, but the argument is weak. There is no effective conclusion.
1	This paper does not attempt to persuade, or it meets the criteria only minimally. Only one reason is given with little or no support.

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