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Writing a Sequel

Students will write a sequel chapter to the novel "The Outsiders." The chapter will elaborate on the question "Where are they now." The sequel chapter must be 1000 words, typed, double spaced. The header should read Chapter 13. It should take place at least 10 years after Chapter 12.

Rubric Code: H24CAA2

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Subject: English

Type: Assignment

Grade Levels: 6-8

Sequel chapter
	Advanced 50 pts	Proficient 40 pts	Basic 30 pts	Below Basic 20 pts	Evaluator Comments (N/A)
Response to Literature	Advanced Students exhibit a complete understanding of story elements and draws inferences and conclusions about these elements by predicting sequel to the novel. Each student has completed an additional page to the story book that shows this understanding.	Proficient Students exhibit an understanding of story elements and draws inferences and conclusions about these elements by predicting a sequel to the novel. Each student has completed an additional page to the story book that shows this understanding.	Basic Students have a vague understanding of story elements and can draw some inferences and/or conclusions about these elements by predicting a sequel to a short story.	Below Basic Students have a vague understanding of story elements and can draw some inferences and/or conclusions about these elements by predicting a sequel to a short story.	Evaluator Comments
Organization of Ideas	Advanced The sequel pages follow a logical theme and incorporates an awareness of audience.	Proficient The sequel pages follow a logical theme and incorporates an awareness of audience.	Basic The sequel pages follow a logical theme, but does not consider the audience.	Below Basic The sequel pages reflect little or no knowledge of story elements.	Evaluator Comments
Project Appearance	Advanced The pages are well thought out with character(s), background reflected.	Proficient The pages are well thought out with character(s), background reflected.	Basic The pages reflect limited knowledge of character(s), background.	Below Basic The pages reflect limited knowledge of character(s), background.	Evaluator Comments
Conventions	Advanced Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation and spelling).	Proficient Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation and spelling).	Basic Provided evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation and spelling).	Below Basic Provided little or no evidence of a command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation and spelling).	Evaluator Comments
Word Choice	Advanced Powerful, stunning verb; you want to read it more than once to savor the words. Many strong verbs and quality adjectives in piece.	Proficient Precise, vivid, natural language; striking, fresh phrases. (Most paragraphs have more than one strong verb)	Basic Functional, clear language; some promising moments. (Most paragraphs have strong verbs, quality adjectives, and sparkling adverbs)	Below Basic Moments of imprecision; now and then a "gem". (Missing at least one strong verb, quality adjective or "ly" word per paragraph)	Evaluator Comments
Ideas	Advanced Clear, focused, compelling ideas.	Proficient Clear and focused thought; strong main idea.	Basic Quality detail outweighs generalities, filler.	Below Basic Generalities and filler outweigh quality details.	Evaluator Comments
Organization	Advanced Thoughtful structure, well-crafted transitions; unforgettable opening.	Proficient Order works well with topic and purpose; strong leads, thoughtful transitions.	Basic Order functional; structure supportive; functional lead and conclusion	Below Basic Some out of place information.	Evaluator Comments

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pre sequel

Subjects:

English

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