Reading Elective Midterm Exam
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Date : ___________________ Title of Work: ___________________
 
Criteria
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Introduction of book: Summarize in your own words, explain main idea, give details, what is the plot
The introduction does not orient the audience to what will follow. The sequencing is unclear and does not appear interesting or relevant to the audience.
The introduction shows some structure but does not create a strong sense of what is to follow. May be overly detailed or incomplete and is somewhat appealing to the audience.
The introduction is clear and coherent and relates to the topic.
The introduction presents the overall topic and draws the audience into the presentation with compelling questions or by relating to the audience's interests or goals.
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Characters list and evaluation
The content lacks a clear point of view and logical sequence of information. Includes little persuasive information and only one or two facts about the topic. Information is incomplete, out of date and/or incorrect. Sequencing of ideas is unclear.
The content is vague in conveying a point of view and does not create a strong sense of purpose. Includes some persuasive information with few facts. Some of the information may not seem to fit. Sources used appear unreliable.
The content is written with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information. Includes persuasive information from reliable sources.
The content is written clearly and concisely with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information. The project gives the audience a clear sense of the main idea. Information is accurate and comes mainly from the book.
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Author: tell about the author of the book
The content lacks a clear point of view and logical sequence of information. Includes little persuasive information and only one or two facts about the topic. Information is incomplete, out of date and/or incorrect. Sequencing of ideas is unclear.
The content is vague in conveying a point of view and does not create a strong sense of purpose. Includes some persuasive information with few facts. Some of the information may not seem to fit. Sources used appear unreliable.
The content is written with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information. Includes persuasive information from reliable sources.
The content is written with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information. Includes persuasive information from reliable sources.
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Layout on poster board.
The layout is cluttered, confusing and does not use spacing, headings and subheadings to enhance the readability.
The layout shows some structure, but appears cluttered and busy or distracting with large gaps of white space or uses a distracting background.
The layout uses horizontal and vertical white space appropriately, and has most subject content.
The layout is visually pleasing and contributes to the overall message with appropriate use of headings, subheadings and white space.
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Presentation to the class.
Inability to present information to the class due to not knowing subject matter. (Not due to nervousness)
Lack of knowledge of the information gathered about the chosen book.
Needing to look at or read the project occasionally to help prompt memory of subject area.
Knowledge of main idea, details of the book, plot, main characters, author's background, and correct use of vocabulary words without having to look at the project for information.
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