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Pompeii Journal Entry Pompeii Journal Entry Write a journal entry from the perspective of someone who witnessed the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Your journal entry should reflect the setting (time and place) and events of the tragic day. Include many specific details of what you see, hear, feel, smell, and taste to give the reader a vivid picture of your experience. Make your journal entry appear "old" by using one or several methods which Mrs. Frasure has provided. Due Tuesday, March 20th! Rubric Code: G8W535 By vlavista Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: (none)

Pompeii Journal Entry An account of one of the most tragic days in history!
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Journal Entry Parts 10 pts. Date Greeting Closing Signature	Great! Student has headed their journal entry with the correct date and included a greeting, closing, and signature.	So-so Student included some, but not all, of the necessary parts.	Poor Student did not include any necessary parts of their journal entry.
Content 30 pts.	Great! Student clearly reflects knowledge of the setting (time and place) and event in their journal entry.	So-so Student somewhat reflects knowledge of the setting (time and place) and event in their journal entry.	Poor Student does not seem to know much about the setting (time and place) or event.
Description 40 pts.	Great! Student uses many descriptive words and details that appeal to the readers' sense of touch, sight, hearing, touch, and taste.	So-so Student uses some descriptive words and details that appeal to the readers' sense of touch, sight, hearing, touch, and taste.	Poor Student does not use descriptive words and details. The reader is unable to create a mental picture of what is happening.
Grammar and spelling 10 pts.	Great! Very few or no grammar or spelling errors are found.	So-so Some grammar or spelling errors are found.	Poor Excessive grammar and spelling errors are found.
"Old" Appearance 10 pts.	Great! Student has made an obvious effort to make their journal entry appear "old" and authentic.	So-so Studnt has made some effort to make their journal entry appear "old" and authentic.	Poor Student did not attempt to make journal entry appear "old" or authentic.