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Nelson Mandela Imagery Poem 
Imagery Poem
Rubric Code: R248B4X
By STeach4Ever
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Nelson Mandela Imagery Poem
  Exceeds Expectations

4 pts

Meets Expectations

3 pts

Below Expectations

2 pts

Well Below Expectations

1 pts

Meaning and Originality

Exceeds Expectations

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

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

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

poem appears thoughtless and/or rushed

ideas and emotions are repetitive

unoriginal and underdeveloped
Figurative/Symbolic Language

Exceeds Expectations

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

no voice or tone established in the poem
Mechanics

Exceeds Expectations

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

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

several errors in English spelling and grammar convention

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

numerous spelling or grammar errors

poem difficult to understand
Title and Illustration

Exceeds Expectations

appropriate title included at the top of the poem, centered

poem is attached to the Nelson Mandela Pop Art creation made earlier
Meets Expectations

appropriate title included, but not at the top of the poem, centered

poem is attached to the Nelson Mandela Pop Art creation made earlier
Below Expectations

title given, but not appropriate for the poem

poem is attached to the Nelson Mandela Pop Art creation made earlier
Well Below Expectations

poem either has no title or has not been attached to the Nelson Mandela Pop Art creation made earlier
Subject

Exceeds Expectations

Nelson Mandela and his mission to end racial apartheid in South Africa are clearly seen as the message throughout the poem; aspects of his journey, his trials, and his time as president are clearly included in the poem's shared purpose and themes
Meets Expectations

Nelson Mandela and his mission to end racial apartheid in South Africa are seen as the message in a few spots in the poem; aspects of his journey, his trials, and his time as president are included in the poem's shared purpose and themes
Below Expectations

Nelson Mandela and his mission to end racial apartheid in South Africa implied or vaguely seen as the message of the poem; aspects of his journey, his trials, and his time as president maybe included in the poem's shared purpose and theme
Well Below Expectations

Nelson Mandela and his mission to end racial apartheid in South Africa are not seen at all as the message of the poem; nor are aspects of his journey, his trials, and his time as president included in the poem's shared purpose and themes



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