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Working on Columbus's Ship 
Write a letter to Columbus and convince him to hire you as a crew member on one of his ships.
Rubric Code: S9C53
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Subject: Social Sciences  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: K-5

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  Poor (1)

5 pts

Fair (2)

10 pts

Good (3)

15 pts

Outstanding (4)

20 pts

Goal/Attention Grabber

Poor (1)

No attempt at a strong hook or attention grabber has been made. Not easily understood what job the writer is applying for. No prior experience given.
Fair (2)

An attempt at a strong hook or attention grabber is made, although it is not very strong. The writer does not clearly state what job they are applying for. Little or no references to prior experience given.
Good (3)

The introductory paragraph has a hook or attention grabber. The writer clearly states what job they are applying for. Some references given to prior experience.
Outstanding (4)

The introductory paragraph has a strong hook or attention grabber. This could be a strong statement or question addressed to the reader. A clear explanation as to what job the writer is applying for. Clearly identifies prior experience.
Reasons for hire

Poor (1)

Preparation is weak; arguments are weak or missing; and only one point is made as to why Columbus should hire the writer.
Letter does not contain any persuasive tone.
Fair (2)

Two points made; shows some preparation, but weak arguments as to why Columbus should hire the writer.
Lacks a consistent and persuasive tone.
Good (3)

Three or more points are made with support, but the arguments are somewhat weak in places. The writer doesn’t completely persuade Columbus as to why he should hire him/her. Demonstrates a persuasive tone in parts of the letter.
Outstanding (4)

Three or more excellent points are made with good support as to why Columbus should hire the writer. It is evident the writer put much thought and research into this assignment.
Maintains consistent persuasive tone throughout letter.
Organization

Poor (1)

Little or no evidence of sentence or paragraph structure.
Fair (2)

Sentence and paragraph structure is inconsistent.
Good (3)

Sentence and paragraph structure is generally correct.
Outstanding (4)

Sentences and paragraphs are complete, well written, and varied.
Mechanics and Grammar

Poor (1)

Contains many punctuation, spelling, and/or grammatical errors that make the piece illegible.
Fair (2)

Contains many punctuation, spelling, and/or grammatical errors that that distract the reader from the content.
Good (3)

Contains only a few errors in punctuation, spelling, or grammar.
Outstanding (4)

Contains no punctuation, spelling, or grammatical errors.
Conclusion

Poor (1)

Concluding paragraph makes no reference as to why the writer is willing to leave home to explore with Columbus.
Fair (2)

Concluding paragraph is a weak summary of personal opinion as to why the writer is willing to leave home to explore Columbus. Only two reasons given.
Good (3)

Summarizes personal opinion in a concluding paragraph as to why the writer is willing to leave home to explore Columbus. At least three reasons are given.
Outstanding (4)

Summarizes personal opinion in a strong concluding statement as to why the writer is willing to leave home to explore Columbus. Three or more reasons are given.



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