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Mock Trial 
Mock Trial
This rubric will evaluate the participation of a student based on preparedness, behavior, attitude, attendance, and social interaction while preparing for and performing the mock trial.
Rubric Code: DX26564
By Juliapalooza
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Subject: English  
Type: Presentation  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Distinguished

10 pts

Proficient

8 pts

Emerging

6 pts

Incomplete

4 pts

Score

(N/A)

Courtroom Decorum

Distinguished

Stays in character and is convincing in performing role in the case. Attentive, actively participates when appropriate. Does not need to be redirected.
Proficient

Appropriate interaction/behavior for role most of the time. No need for redirection.
Emerging

Inconsistent interaction or behavior for role in the courtroom; may break character or appear distracted. May need re-direction.
Incomplete

Distracted, inappropriate, or otherwise disrespectful conduct.
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Preparation

Distinguished

Prep is above and beyond established minimum requirements.
Proficient

Student has completed all required tasks and is ready for the trial.
Emerging

Student has completed some assignments and is barely ready for the trial.
Incomplete

Student contributed little or nothing to the overall activity.
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Quality of Information

Distinguished

Examples and references are well chosen to best exemplify main points in defense or prosecution of the character (In case of jury, rationale for verdict) All points are well supported.
Proficient

References support the main point. Research is used to support defense or prosecution of the character. Main points are adequately convincing.
Emerging

References are not connected to research or the reading. Arguments are random and unconvincing.
Incomplete

Information is not based on research or book or is unrelated to the main points AND/OR outside information is not appropriately cited.
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Understanding of the Issue

Distinguished

Product/performance uses quotations and examples (with page references so the jury can follow along). Examples are applied to the main points. Actions of character are evaluated against issues raised in the trial.
Proficient

Product/performance uses quotations and examples that connect to the main point. The information shows how actions in the reading contribute to the character’s guilt or innocence.
Emerging

Product/performance includes few references to the text. Attempts to connect actions of the character to the issues or the trial are awkward or unconvincing.
Incomplete

Product/performance includes no references to the text and/or contains generalizations about issues disconnected from the reading.
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