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Content
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Understanding of theme is not demonstrated
Evidence is absent
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Little understanding of the theme is demonstrated
Contrasts are vague or absent
Evidence is vague, irrelevant or confusing
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Some understanding of the theme is demonstrated but contrasts
are general
Uses general ideas from the novel to develop theme
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Demonstrates an understanding of the theme and contrasts
Uses some general and some specific evidence from the novel to
develop theme
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Demonstrates a thoughtful understanding of the theme and contrasts
Chooses specific and important evidence from the novel to develop
the theme
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Voice Narrative
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The narrative is aimless and disorganized
No clear ideas
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The narrative is rough but somewhat workable
The author gets off topic
Many ideas seem disconnected
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The narrative has a beginning, middle and an end
Ideas are generally connected
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The narrative has an interesting introduction, an informative
middle and an appropriate conclusion
Connections are maintained
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The narrative has a compelling and engaging introduction, a persuasive
middle and a conclusion that is inspiring
Ideas are effectively connected
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Design Elements
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Design elements impede communication |
Design elements interfere with communication and appear to be
randomly selected |
Design elements are appropriate for intended meaning |
Effective use of design elements
Chosen to support communication
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Creative use of design elements
Thoughtfully chosen to enhance communication
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Presentation
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Unaware of audience
No evidence of rehearsal
Not prepared
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Rarely takes audience into consideration
Little evidence of rehearsal
Inadequately prepared
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Generally aware of intended audience
Some evidence of rehearsal
Appropriate volume and some eye contact
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Clearly aware of intended audience
Rehearsal is evident
Good pacing, volume, expression and eye contact
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Engages audience
Rehearsal is evident and delivery is smooth
Effective pacing, volume, expression
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