Persuasive Speech Rubric

Score/Criteria

4 There is a clear position statement, supported by reasonable arguments. The speaker's body language is not distracting to the listener. Words are correctly used and pronounced, avoiding slang expressions. The speaker avoids a monotone and speaks slowly and loudly enough to be understood. The point of view is convincing.

3 Six or seven criteria are met.

2 Four or five criteria are met.

1 Less than four criteria are met.

0 No criteria are met.