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Writing Rubric for Spanish Class

Spanish IV Essay

Rubric Code: WAX5X8

By jlenzi

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Subject: Foreign Languages

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 9-12

Essay Rubric
	Excellent 300 pts	Good 200 pts	Average 150 pts	Below Average 100 pts	Poor 50 pts
Geography 20 %	Excellent My essay clearly compares and contrasts all the different geographical aspects listed in the "good" category.	Good My essay clearly lists all different geographical aspects of each country. This should inlcude at least country location, land features, seasons and weather patterns, climate, regional differences, and includes a description of why climate and regional differences occur.	Average My essay generally addresses geographical aspects of each country. I include basic facts such as country location, climate differences, and weather patterns.	Below Average My essay only addresses geographical aspects of one or two of the countries I am writing about. It inlcudes very vague information about country location and maybe a few other aspects of geography.	Poor Incomplete/not written in the target language.
Background (Historical Events) 20 %	Excellent My essay clearly compares and contrasts all the different historical events and includes all elements from the "good" category.	Good My essay clearly lists and describes all important historical events and how they have impacted the country. For example, this could include wars, religious conflicts, election of important peope, and more.	Average My essay lists most important historical events but does not include their impact or details.	Below Average My essay lists one or two historical events, but does not cover each country. My essay does not give descriptions of the events.	Poor Incomplete/not written in the target language.
Important Historical Figures/Groups 20 %	Excellent My essay clearly compares and contrasts all the different historical figures and includes all elements from the "good" category.	Good My essay clearly lists all important historical figures and groups, including kings and rulers, war heroes, indigenous groups, and other important figures. It describes in detail why they are important, lists accomplishments, and describes their impact on their country.	Average My essay lists some of the important historical figures or groups and describes some aspects of why they are important and their impact, but is not as detailed or complete.	Below Average My essay lists one or two historical figures, but does not cover each country. My essay does not describe why figures are important or their impact.	Poor Incomplete/not written in the target language.
Foods 20 %	Excellent My essay clearly compares and contrasts all the important foods and includes all elements from the "good" category.	Good My essay clearly lists and describes all important foods for all three countries. This includes how the food is prepared, what region it is from, and why it is typical for that country.	Average My essay lists some of the important foods and gives some description.	Below Average My essay only lists one or two foods but does not cover each country. My essay does not provide description.	Poor Incomplete/not written in the target language.
Important Places 20 %	Excellent My essay clearly compares and contrasts all the important places and includes all the elements from the "good" category.	Good My essay clearly lists and describes important places in each country, including the capital, cities, and landmarks, and tells why they are important.	Average My essay lists all/most of the important places in each country.	Below Average My essay lists some important places but is not comprehensive or does not include each country.	Poor Incomplete/not written in the target language.

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