Rhetorical Analysis

Assignment 1: Rhetorical Analysis Evaluative Criteria ( 20 pts) 0 – 1pts 1 -2pts 2- 3pts 3 – 4pts 4 – 5pts Rhetorical analysis evaluates a text to educate the reader using expository concepts: explain, describe, define, instruct, and inform (Meets essay requirements 1 & 2) Submission is totally off from the actual assignment, even if it is correctly and coherently written. (Many instructors require that such papers be rewritten before assigning any grade. Topic or situation is poor, too broad, too narrow, or inappropriate.

Assignment may over or under -estimate audience's prior knowledge or assumptions. Adds little substance. Assignment has been followed. The paper develops its points with a sense of audience Assignment has been followed a nd fulfilled. The paper shows a clear sense of audience and purpose. Shows awareness of implications and assumptions about the audience. Effectively met the needs of the rhetorical situation and makes a contribution.

Accommodates and moves its audience(s). Essay includes a beginning, middle, and end. P roper APA format & reference page . Demonstrate s attention to detail & depth of thought . (Meets requirements 2 & 3 ) Plagiarized - submission is someone else's paper or has used sources improperly or without documentation. Contains multiple organizational deficiencies. Organization may be flawed or missing; paragraphs not well developed; missing or incorrect introductions, transitions ; introductions or conclusions. Organization is clear.

Reader could easily outline the presentation. Paragraphs are adequately developed and are divided appropriately. Transitions foster coherence. Effective introduction and conclusion.

Paragraphs are logical, transitions are well - chosen. Information is detailed. Organization is effective. Introduction establishes the context & purpose. Paragraphs are fully developed & flow logically. Conclusion is suitable in tone and strategy. The essay includes a cover page with document title. The title adds interest and is meaningful and/or informative . Content is quality. (Meets requirement 3 & 4) Numerous and consistent errors of grammar, spelling, punctuation, diction, or syntax seriously hinder communication. Numerous and consistent errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

The syn tax or diction in some sentences may be so flawed that they are incomprehensible. Lack of proofreading may contribute to ineffectiveness. Expression is competent.

Sentence structure is generally correct, but may show limited competence.

Relies on simple an d compound sentences. Word choice is correct though limited. May contain errors in spelling, mechanics, and grammar. Expression is competent.

Sentence structure is correct. Uses emphasis , subordination, variety in sentence length and modifiers. Word choice is idiomatic, vocabulary precise. Punctuation, grammar, and spelling conform to conventions. The prose is clear, readable apt and memorable.

Contains few errors which undermine the effectiveness of the paper Follows rhetorical techniques. Shows relevant research. Is 1,000–1,250 words; Times New Roman, 12-pt font. (Meets requirements 3 & 5) No clear purpose, or goes off in several directions.

It is missing essential elements of the assigned form of communication.

Does not meet required length. Evidence may be missing, irrelevant, or inadequate.

Reasoning may rely on insufficient understanding of the situation or audience. Author does not add original analysis Information is appropriate.

There is evidence, though obvious & easily accessible. Minor imperfections or inconsistencies in the arguments. No major flaws in reasoning. Writer has not settled for obvious evidence.

Thorough. More than adequate reasoning . Error free . Thoughtful. Shows awareness of complexities & other points of view. Evidence is detailed, persuasive, creative and properly cited. The reasoning is valid. Sensitive to the complexities of the situation or issue