Rubric Made Using:
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CATEGORY
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Focus on Topic (Content)
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There is one clear, well-focused topic. Main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information.
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Main idea is clear but the supporting information is general.
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Main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information.
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The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information.
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Flow & Rhythm (Sentence Fluency)
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All sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud. Each sentence is clear and has an obvious emphasis.
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Almost all sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but 1 or 2 are stiff and awkward or difficult to understand.
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Most sentences sound natural and are easy-on-the-ear when read aloud, but several are stiff and awkward or are difficult to understand.
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The sentences are difficult to read aloud because they sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or difficult to understand.
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Song Choice
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Writer uses vivid songs that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, and the choice and placement of the songs seems accurate, natural and not forced.
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Writer uses vivid songs and that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, but occasionally the words to the songs are used inaccurately or seem overdone.
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Writer uses songs that communicate clearly, but the songs lack variety, punch or flair.
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Writer uses songs that do not communicate strongly or capture the reader's interest. The songs do not fit in as dialogue.
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