Founding Fathers- Journal Entry
Name: ________________________ Teacher: Ms. King

Title: ____________________________


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Identification of Values
No discussion of values or discussion is inappropriate and off task.
Limited discussion of values. Unclear understanding of value and its meaning.
Good discussion of one or more values. Appropriately used in context.
Outstanding, clear discussion of one or more values. Values used in appropriate context.
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Support (Argument for value chosen)
No explanation given to support why value was chosen. Lack of details or evidence.
Some explanation given to support why value was chosen. Some details and evidence provided.
Good explanation given to support why value was chosen. Use of details and evidence.
Clear explanation given to support why value was chosen. Strong use of details and evidence.
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Predictions (How will value affect future of society?)
Lack of prediction. Shows no connection between preamble and drafting of constitution and creation of government.evidence of understanding the
Good prediction. Shows evidence of some understanding of connection between preamble and drafting of constitution and creation of government.
Adequate prediction. Shows evidence of good understanding of connection between preamble and drafting of constitution and creation of government.
Strong prediction. Shows evidence of clear understanding of connection between preamble and drafting of constitution and creation of government.
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Mechanics (Spelling, Grammar, Organization)
Poor use of mechanics. More than 5 spelling errors, poor grammar and organization hinder readability of piece.
Some errors in mechanics. 3-4 spelling errors, grammar and organization occasionally unclear.
Few errors in mechanics. 1-2 spelling errors, good grammar and organization. Piece is easily read and understood.
No errors in mechanics. Spelling, grammar, and organization are excellent. Readability is outstanding.
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