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4
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CONTENT (focus on
topic)
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The main idea is not
clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information.
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Main idea is somewhat
clear, but there is a need for more supporting information.
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Main idea is clear
but the supporting information is general.
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There is a one clear,
well-focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported
by detailed information.
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CONVENTIONS (spelling/grammar)
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Poem contains more
than 4 errors in grammar or spelling.
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Poem contains 3- 4
errors in grammar or spelling.
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Poem contains 1 -2
errors in grammar or spelling.
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Poem contains no errors
in grammar or spelling.
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FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE
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There is no use of
figurative language in the poem, thus indicating a lack
of understanding about metaphors.
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Some figurative language
appears as if it was intended to be used, thus indicating
understanding of definition. However, the figurative
language is not fully developed.
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Figurative language
is present, but there are less than 3 examples of the
required items.
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Full understanding
and application of figurative language is evident.
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ILLUSTRATION
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Poem does not have
illustrations or color.
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Poem was illustrated
but was not visually pleasing, may or may not include
color. Sloppy.
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Poem was nicely illustrated.
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Poem was very well
illustrated and creative.
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NEATNESS
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Many words are unreadable
and sloppy.
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Poem is generally readable,
but the reader has to exert quite a bit of effort to
figure out some of the words.
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Poems is neatly written.
May include with 1 or 2 distracting corrections (e.g..,
Dark cross-outs, bumpy whiteout, words written over).
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Poem is neatly written.
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Total---->
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