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Imagery Poem 
Poetry Using Imagery
Rubric Code: H24797B
By STeach4Ever
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Exceeds Expectations 4

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Meets Expectations 3

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Below Expectations 2

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Well Below Expectations 1

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Meaning and Originality

Exceeds Expectations 4

poem is creative and original, effort and thought given to the chosen words

ideas and emotions are uniquely conveyed

poem's idea/theme clearly carried throughout the poem
Meets Expectations 3

poem is creative and original, effort and thought given to the chosen words

ideas and emotions are uniquely conveyed in some portions

poem's idea/theme clearly carried through some of the poem
Below Expectations 2

most of the poem is creative and original, but some portions appear to be rushed and repetitive

ideas and emotions are repetitive in several places

ideas/theme unclear in a few portions
Well Below Expectations 1

poem appears thoughtless and/or rushed

ideas and emotions are repetitive

unoriginal and underdeveloped
Figurative/Symbolic Language

Exceeds Expectations 4

vivid words/phrases used to paint a mental picture for reader; every word thought out and used in ideal placement; no cliches or common/overused words
at least four examples of imagery used
(hyperbole, similes, metaphors, strong verbs, specific adjectives and adverbs, transitional phrases)
Meets Expectations 3

vivid words/phrases used to paint a mental picture for reader; most words thought out and used in ideal placement; few cliches or common/overused words
three examples of imagery used
(hyperbole, similes, metaphors, strong verbs, specific adjectives and adverbs, transitional phrases)
Below Expectations 2

little to no vivid words/phrases, lacking a mental picture for reader; some words are thought out and used ideally ; several cliches, common, or overused words used
only 1-2 examples of imagery used
(hyperbole, similes, metaphors, strong verbs, specific adjectives and adverbs, transitional phrases)
Well Below Expectations 1

no metal picture created for the reader
word placement and choice are rushed, repetitive

many cliches and overused words are used throughout the poem

no examples of imagery
Voice and Tone

Exceeds Expectations 4

word choice, use of punctuation, physical word placement, rhythm, grammar, and imagery work together perfectly to create a clear voice and present the desired tone throughout the entire poem
Meets Expectations 3

word choice, use of punctuation, physical word placement, rhythm, grammar, and imagery work together perfectly to create a clear voice and present the desire tone of the poem throughout most of the poem
Below Expectations 2

word choice, use of punctuation, physical word placement, rhythm, grammar, and imagery work together perfectly to create a clear voice and present the desire tone of the poem in one or two places within the poem
Well Below Expectations 1

no voice or tone established in the poem
Mechanics

Exceeds Expectations 4

proper use of English spelling and grammar conventions are used consistently throughout the poem
Meets Expectations 3

a couple of spelling or grammar mistakes are evident, but do not diminish the meaning of the poem
Below Expectations 2

several errors in English spelling and grammar convention

in some places, the meaning of the poem confused by the errors
Well Below Expectations 1

numerous spelling or grammar errors

poem difficult to understand
Title and Illustration

Exceeds Expectations 4

appropriate title given and included at the top of the poem, centered

illustrated poem with a picture(s) or related to the theme and/or words

illustration neat, colorful, appropriate, and drawn to the best of ability
Meets Expectations 3

appropriate title given and included at the top of the poem, centered

illustrated poem with picture(s) or words related to the theme of the poem

illustration is somewhat neat and colorful, appropriate, and drawn well
Below Expectations 2

appropriate title given but not at the top of the poem or centered

poem illustrated but with picture(s) or words unrelated to the theme

illustration messy, not colored, or inappropriate
Well Below Expectations 1

poem not illustrated



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