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The Rant 
The Rant
Mme Secord's Grade 8 English Class Rants
Rubric Code: NX978W9
By Secord
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Subject: English  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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language

Level 1

no use of accentuation, idioms, slang, diction choices to enhance rant
Level 2

little use of accentuation, idioms, slang, diction choices; sentences are choppy and therefore presentation does not 'flow'
Level 3

clear use of accentuation, idioms, slang, and diction choices that are effective; there is little variety of sentence length;some attempt at including verbal irony
Level 4

a large variety of words, accentuation, and diction which are used effectively; a variety of sentences are included; verbal irony and sarcasm are used effectively
mood/tone/emotions

Level 1

no emotion present; reader cannot tell what the author is trying to get across
Level 2

some emotion present and reader can somewhat understand it is an 'anger' or specific type of writing
Level 3

obvious emotion present and reader can immediately tell how the presenter is feeling about an issue
Level 4

Excellent enthusiasm. The presenter is talking 'to' the audience rather than 'at' the audience. The mood and enthusiasm work eloquently together so that the audience is 'glued' to the speaker. Facial expressions and gestures work together to help improve message.
focus-Thesis

Level 1

there is no focus or specific problem/issue
Level 2

focus is somewhat clear. The audience gets the 'gist' of the rant but cannot clearly identify the exact issue/thesis.
Level 3

focus is clear;however appears a bit threatening to certain people, organizations, or community groups.
Level 4

focus is clear, concise and is related to both the audience and the speaker; speaker has conveyed to the audience why the topic is relevant and important; thesis is not threatening, does not mean to ruin the reputation or harm an individual/organization.
development

Level 1

no development present; more effort needs to be used to explain reasons,examples, suggestions, ideas of presenter
Level 2

a few reasons, suggestions and examples are present but more development needs to happen in order for the audience to completely understand the presenter's point of view
Level 3

clear and precise development present;however not all 3 counter arguments are clearly articulated
Level 4

clear and precise development that skillfully includes 3 counter arguments with a combination of facts and opinion;figurative language and verbal irony is included to help with the development and delivery of ideas
conclusion

Level 1

weak or no conclusion present
Level 2

audience is moved at the end of the rant but they are not sure what action to take
Level 3

readers are moved to take a clear and specific action at the end of the rant, however the conclusion is quick/abrupt and therefore does not 'tie' all the ideas together in a concise and moving way.
Level 4

audience is moved to take a clear and specific action at the end of the rant; the conclusion leaves a lasting impression with the audience and generates much 'buzz' about the topic; the conclusion includes detail and opinion and is scaffold so that the audience gets a sense of a 'call to action'.
hook

Level 1

does not quickly establish topic nor does it capture audience's attention
Level 2

establishes topic or captures audience's attention; use of humour or literary devices not evident.
Level 3

establishes topic and captures audience's attention; humour is used to attract attention, however the hook is short and does not give the audience enough time to 'absorb' or connect with the presenter.
Level 4

establishes topic and captures audience's attention; personal or profound statements made that create reaction amongst the audience; the hook immediately and effectively establishes a strong rapport with the audience.
length, grammar

Level 1

less than one page; more than 4 grammatical and spelling mistakes; less than 1 min; no paragraphs;many run-on sentences; it is evident that proofreading or editing did not take place
Level 2

1 page; 3 grammatical and spelling mistakes; between 1min-1.5 min; attempt to develop paragraphs;few run-on sentences;minimal attempt at proof reading final copy
Level 3

1 page with 2 grammatical mistakes that do not take away from effectiveness; presentation is 1.5 min;
Level 4

1 page with no grammatical or spelling errors; presentation is 2 min; care and pride taken in the proof reading and editing of final copy
Format

Level 1

no attempt to include paragraphs;not typed; title of Rant and author not included;no care or attention given to the visual presentation of written copy
Level 2

some attempt to include paragraphs however they are incorrectly written; title and name of author not included; corrections made in ink or pencil are present in final copy;limited care taken in the visual presentation of final submission
Level 3

paragraphs are made however there are no linking words to help with the transition between paragraphs; rant is typed using size 12 font; some final corrections are made by hand on final copy
Level 4

excellent paragraph formatting, rant is typed using size 12 font, title and author's name are included at top of page and underlined; no additional markings are added to final copy (no white-out, pencil or pen marks,etc),care and pride taken in the final visual copy of presentation




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