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Madness Monologue Picture Monologue Students must write a madness monologue from the perspective of Ophelia. The monologue must revolve around the conversation between Hamlet and Ophelia, "Get Thee to a Nunnery". Rubric Code: TXXAA33 By mmccoynf Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Assignment Grade Levels: 9-12

Madness Monologue
	10 pts	15 pts	20 pts
Story Development	10 The monologue lacks a beginning, middle and end. No shift in characters speech. Wording is random and unconnected.	15 The monologue has a beginning, middle and end. The shift in the character's speech is emerging. Use of language is effective but more edits may be needed.	20 The monologue has a clear beginning, middle and end. A clear shift occurs in the characters speech suggesting a change in motivation or tactic. Excellent use of language.
Character's Voice	10 Script's language rarely reflects character history. Speech patterns, slang and style are not utilized. Speech reads as a narrative and doesn't create world of the character.	15 Script's language somewhat reflects character's background. Speech patterns and styles are occasionally utilized. The world of the character is emerging.	20 Script's language clearly reflects character's status. Specific speech patterns, slang and style are utilized, creating world of character.
Imagery/Character Revelation	10 The monologue employs little if any imagery to convey conflict or struggle. The imagery serves no purpose and doesn't enhance the speech.	15 The monologue uses some imagery in conveying the struggle/conflict of character.	20 The monologue efficiently uses imagery to convey the struggle/conflict within the speech.