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Kiera Stark
7th grade Social Studies
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Things to know:
Vocabulary Words
You are required to write a 500 word essay explaining whether or not you believe, with your research, that the United States was justified in joining the Vietnam War. To pass this assignment you need:
Take your time to examine the main events leading up to the war, during the war and its ending to help form your opinion. There is no wrong answer but you are expected to be as detailed as possible. Refer to the homepage for help with your vocabulary words.
Rubric
Point value 100 Points |
3 Exceeds Standard 10 Points |
2 Met Standard 7 Points |
1 Standard not Met 5 Points |
Vocabulary |
The student managed to use all or minimum required vocabulary words and demonstrated full understanding. |
The student used the vocabulary words but not always correctly showing little understanding. |
The students either did not use the minimum amount of words or used all or most of them incorrectly. |
Assignment |
Student met the word count, met the assignment goals and completed in a timely manner with accurate and sourced work. |
Student completed the work, met the goals but work was not always accurate and did not show clear understanding. |
Student turned in work late, did not meet the goals or showed no understanding. |
Assessment |
Student passed the assessment meaning they met their lesson and unit goals. |
Student showed satisfactory level of understanding but could still improve. |
Student showed little to no understanding of the unit or lesson and will need further assistance or to repeat. |
Total Points: 100
This is your rubric. To pass the assignment your opinion must be clearly stated and must be well reasoned and explained.
This essay is meant to teach you! Please research and take this as a learning opportunity to not only better understand the Vietnam war but to also learn how to create an argument essay and better explain your thoughts. Ask yourself these questions before submitting :
If you are ok with your answers, submit!
All vocabulary words on the front page can be found using dictionary.com or an alternative dictionary source.
If you need any help please email me day or night!
Kiera Stark
7th grade Social Studies