points

criteria

4 the writing is clearly focused on the task.
3 the writing responds to the task, but there are some inconsistencies.
2 the main idea is somewhat unclear.
1 the writing is not focused on the task.

read the rubric and consider the following situation.

a student’s writing is confused and fails to identify the main point.

what is the score for the student’s writing based on this rubric?

4

2

1

3

If one writes logically, he will prove his point. is this sentence correct or contains an unwarranted shift in person?

Which statement best explains the function of the subtitlein this text? a.it provides additional information that narrows the focusof the text.b.it draws attention to important information in the table ofcontents.c.it introduces the various sections that appear withineach chapter.d.it explains the author's primary reason for writing aboutthis topic.correct (a)

“skateboarding is a sport combining grace, courage and skill, and here we see it being born.” based on this passage, what inference can you make about the author’s opinion of skateboarding? a. the author does not think skateboarding is a ‘real’ sport. c. the author feels skateboarding should be illegal. b. the author feels skateboarding is only appealing to very young children. d. the author respects and appreciates skateboarding as a sport.