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Activity 14: No Postage Required Rubric (T)
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| Ideas | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student demonstrates understanding of issue. | ||||
| Topic is narrow and manageable. | ||||
| Student provides background for issue and supports opinion with clear evidence. | ||||
| Main ideas are supported with important, factual details. |
| Organization | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The letter has an interesting beginning that states the issue. | ||||
| The body of the letter supports the student's position on the issue. | ||||
| The letter has a meaningful ending that sums up the student's main points. |
| Word Choice | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student uses formal, polite language to address the reader. | ||||
| Student uses strong, passionate language to discuss the issue. |
| Conventions | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formal letter format is used. | ||||
| Spelling is correct. | ||||
| Punctuation and capitals are used accurately. | ||||
| Grammar and usage are correct. | ||||
| Paragraphing is logical. |
| Presentation | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Letter is typed or written neatly. | ||||
| The overall look is pleasing. |
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