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Figurative Language

Construct a poem using at least four types of figurative language. The poem must be original and show an ornate ability to manipulate figurative language in order to add strength and depth to your poem.

Rubric Code: DX3AW77

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Subject: English

Type: Project

Grade Levels: K-5

America Poem
	4 4 (N/A)	3 3 (N/A)	2 2 (N/A)	1 1 (N/A)
Figurative Language	4 Literary elements are thoughtfully used in the poem and eloquently expresses the writers perception of America. poem clearly shows writer's opinion.	3 at least two literary elements are used to express the writer's perception of America. poem shows writer's opinion.	2 There is only one form of literary element used but to express writer's perception about America. writer's opinion is unclear.	1 There are no literary elements evident. the poem either shows a lack of understanding of the assignment or does not express writer's opinion
Creativity	4 Poem is creative and original. It is evident that the poet put thought into their words and uniquely conveyed their ideas and emotions.	3 Poem is thoughtful and creative. A couple of phrases or ideas could be better, but overall it is very well done.	2 Most of the poem is creative, but the poem seems rushed.	1 Poems appear to be thoughtless or rushed. Work is very repetitive, and ideas are unoriginal.
Evaluation	4 Figurative language has made your poem stronger.	3 Figurative language has made your poem stronger. You could use one example from their poem in the explanation.	2 Weak demonstration to support how figurative language make your poem stronger.	1 No demonstration of figurative language.
Conventions	4 Proper use of spelling and grammar is used consistently throughout each poem. Punctuation is utilized when necessary.	3 A couple of spelling or grammar mistakes are evident, but do not diminish the meaning of the poem. Punctuation is utilized when necessary.	2 The poet's intended meaning is confused by several spelling or grammar errors. Punctuation may be misused.	1 There are numerous spelling or grammar errors, making the poems difficult to understand. Punctuation is used incorrectly.