Strand Standard Skill Assessed
English Department- Phase IV
Summative Writing Task (Term II)
[Link]-LITERACY.W.9-10.1
Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of Argument development
substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and
School CAS relevantDate
and sufficient evidence.
Subject English [Link]-LITERACY.W.9-10.1.A
Grade Nine
Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from
Duration Section
45 Minutes alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization Claim organization
that establishes clear relationships among claim(s),
counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
[Link]-LITERACY.W.9-10.1.B
Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying
evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and Evidence evaluation
limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the
audience's knowledge level and concerns.
Writing
[Link]-LITERACY.W.9-10.1.C
Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major sections
of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships Cohesive transitions
between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and
evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims.
[Link]-LITERACY.W.9-10.1.D
Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone
while attending to the norms and conventions of the Formal writing style
discipline in which they are writing.
[Link]-LITERACY.W.9-10.1.E Effective conclusion
Provide a concluding statement or section that follows
from and supports the argument presented.
Total Mark: _______/10
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Choose one of the following prompts:
Argumentative Writing Prompt 1: (W.9-10.1)
In school and in future careers, people are often judged by their performance. Sometimes, individuals may feel
pressure to lie, exaggerate, or hide mistakes in order to succeed.
Should honesty always be valued more than success in school and the workplace?
Write an argumentative essay in which you:
1. Take a clear position.
2. Provide at least two well-developed reasons.
3. Address one strong counterclaim.
4. Include one realistic example (school, part-time job, future career, or public figure).
5. Explain the long-term consequences of your position.
__________________________________________________________________________
Argumentative Writing Prompt 2: (W.9-10.1)
Many schools encourage or even require students to complete volunteer hours in order to graduate. Supporters
argue that volunteering builds character and responsibility. Others believe that service should always be a
personal choice.
Should volunteering be required for high school students?
Write an argumentative essay in which you:
1. Take a clear position.
2. Provide at least two well-developed reasons.
3. Address one strong counterclaim.
4. Include one realistic example (school experience, community program, or real-world situation).
5. Explain the long-term impact of your position on students and society.
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Title: ____________________________
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Grade 9 Writing Rubric
Total Points: ___ / 10
Criteria 4 3 2 1 Marks
Clear claim. Reasons
Clear introduction with a strong No clear claim. Little
mostly clear and Claim is unclear or weak.
claim. Reasons are logical and well or no evidence.
Ideas & supported. Some Reasons need more support.
Evidence
explained. Evidence clearly
explanation of opposing Opposing view barely
Opposing view /4
supports ideas. Opposing view is missing. No real
view. Conclusion is addressed. Weak conclusion.
addressed. Strong conclusion. conclusion.
present.
Ideas are well organized. Organization is clear but Organization is uneven. No clear organization.
Organization Paragraphs flow smoothly. may need smoother Some ideas feel Ideas are confusing or /3
Transitions clearly connect ideas. transitions. disconnected. random.
Many grammar errors.
Mostly clear language. Simple or repetitive
Language & Formal tone. Good sentence variety. Hard to understand.
Conventions Few or no grammar/spelling errors.
Some sentence variety. sentences. Several
Informal or
/3
Minor grammar errors. grammar/spelling mistakes.
inappropriate tone.