Dan Sommerville Selected Response Assessment for Forming An Argumentative Paper Unit: Argumentative Paper 9th Grade Clear

r Purpose: The students will take this assessment for the purpose of tracking their understanding the fundamentals and basics of forming and writing an argumentative paper. The assessment will include true and false questions, multiple-choice questions, matching, and fill in the blank. The different assessment methods will adhere to the students knowledge of how to validate a good thesis, validate research information to support a given point as well as the students knowledge of paper structure, as well as identify audience and context. Throughout the assessment students will be completing a self-evaluation of their own abilities. Once the Test is scored the students will receive their test back to analyze what they did and did not know on the assessment and correct their results on the handout given. Standards and Benchmarks: CE 1.4.5 Develop organizational structures appropriate to the purpose and message, and use transitions that produce a sequential or logical ow of ideas. CE 1.4.6 Use appropriate conventions of textual citation in different contexts (e.g., different academic disciplines and workplace writing situations). CE 1.3.5 From the outset, identify and assess audience expectations and needs; consider the rhetorical effects of style, form, and content based on that assessment; and adapt communication strategies appropriately and effectively.

Learning Target I can identify the three sides of the Rhetorical Triangle. I can explain and interpret the meaning of the Rhetorical Triangle I can recognize a well-crafted Thesis. I can categorize the structure of a research Paper

Knowledge Items 1,2,3

Reasoning Items

4, 5 6, 7, 8 9, 10, 11, 12, 13

I can identify Valid and invalid evidence to support a research thesis. I can determine if a source has a credible author. I can describe the components the writing process.

15, 16

14

17, 18, 19, 20

Directions will be read aloud as a class together. And Student will be aloud to ask for clarity.

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Argumentative Paper Assessment

Todays assessment will measure your knowledge and retention on the fundamentals and basic understandings of writing and constructing an Argumentative paper. We are looking to make sure we understand these elements before we begin writing our own papers. The Assessment will be divided into 5 parts and will contain a mixture of Fill in the Blank, True/False, Multiple Choice, and Matching Questions. Part 1: The Rhetorical Triangle 10 points Part 2: The Thesis 6 points Part 3: Paper Structure 5 points Part 4: Supporting Evidence 9 points Part 5: The Writing Process 4 points Read all instructions and questions completely and thoroughly. Raise your hand for any questions regarding instructions. Answer every question to the best of your ability. Once you have finished answering check mark one of the options for each question in regards to how sure you are with your answer. Example: Sure_________ Unsure__________

Once you finish, review your answers thoroughly and then continue on to the self-assessment portion of the assessment. Please answer the questions in complete sentences. Once you are finished place the test in a neat pile on my desk. During this time you may silent read your current Novel for your upcoming novel review. You have the remaining 30 minutes of class to Complete this exam. Dont forget to write your name and hour!!! Take Pride in your work!!! GOOD LUCK and On your mark Get Set GO!!! Total: ___________/34

Section 1: The Rhetorical Triangle

Directions: Fill in the blank for each Corner of the Rhetorical Triangle in the order we have studied in class. Following will be three Multiple Choice questions: CIRCLE the correct answer and place a CAPITAL LETTER of your choice in the blank provided. Be sure to check whether you are sure or unsure of your answer. 2pts each

1. _____________________________

2. _______________________ Sure or Unsure: 1._______ 2._______ 3._______ _________ _________ _________

3. _________________________

4. ______ Of the corners of the triangle above which one contains the Thesis of the writers paper? A. 1 C. 3 Sure_________ Unsure__________ B. 2 D. None of the Above

5. ______ Why is it important for all three corners to be connected when constructing a Paper? A. It Prevents the Paper from becoming too narrow B. Miscommunication can occur C. Because each element can effectively shape the other making the paper well rounded. D. All of the Above Sure_________ Unsure__________

Part 2: The Thesis

For questions 6-8 identify via True or False whether the Thesis statement provided is a valid Thesis to start YOUR OWN Argumentative Paper. True being Valid and False being Invaild. Mark whether your sure or unsure. 2pts each 6. ____________ President Obama believes that Health Care is an Universal Right that Americans should have. Sure_________ Unsure__________

7. ____________ The United States of America should require all Gun Owners to go through background checks before being allowed to own a gun. Sure_________ Unsure__________

8. ____________ Why doesnt the principal let us drink soda pop in class? Sure_________ Unsure__________

Part 3: Paper Structure

Match the correct answer with the example of a particular element of paper structure given. Mark whether you are sure or unsure. 1 pt each 9. ______ Thesis

A:

In review, due to education level, dependent status, and overall maturity level, The Voting age should remain at the age of 18. Unsure__________

Sure_________

10. ______ Conclusion Sure_________ Unsure__________

B:

The Dangers of War

11. ______ Supporting Evidence

C:

The Catholic Church has made many questionable decisions. For Example, The Witches Hammer was a book by the church that hunted down free-thinking women and perceived them as witches to trial.

Sure_________

Unsure__________

12. ______ Citation

D:

The Trickle Down theory is not an effective economic strategy and should not be used.

Sure_________

Unsure__________

13. ______ Title

E:
Unsure__________

According to Mens Health in 2012, Springfield, Illinois was rated most health conscious city in the US.

Sure_________

Part 4: Supporting Evidence

Answer the three Multiple Choice questions: CIRCLE the correct answer and place a CAPITAL LETTER of your choice in the blank provided. Be sure to check whether you are sure or unsure of your answer. 3 pts each 14. ______ Which of these sources is not a valid source for an academic Argumentative paper? A. B. C. D. Sure_________ Online Peer Reviewed articles Wikipedia A Shakespeare Anthology US Census Bureau

Unsure__________

15. ______ When a student finds a valuable piece of evidence to include in their paper, what must they do. A. B. C. D. Sure_________ Ask for permission of use Put the information in quotation marks Cite the work Find a competing fact for a fair and balanced view

Unsure__________

16. ______ What is the best assertion to make from the following Evidence: 84 German Generals were executed by Hitler A. The 84 executions suggest that there was significant unrest between the Executive powers and military leaders. B. That Hitler was incompetent at hiring Generals. C. That the generals were sympathetic to Judaism D. Hitler was a very paranoid man whom executed his generals without prejudice. Sure_________ Unsure__________

Part 5: The Writing Process

Fill in the blank to identify the correct term for the writing process. Mark whether you are sure or unsure. 1 pt each 17. Brain storming, charting, venn diagramming are all examples of : ______________________. Sure_________ Unsure__________

18. _______________________ is when one person exchanges their work with another to improve and ensure for understanding/ Sure_________ Unsure__________

19. An _______________________ organizes and structures the ideas and concepts to more effectively write a paper. Sure_________ Unsure__________

20. To read and correct errors or refine sentences is known as ___________________. Sure_________ Unsure__________

Self Assessment
Please answer the following questions in complete sentances. 1. Did you feel prepared for the test?

2. What section (of the five) do you feel you did the best on and why?

3. What do you feel you could have a better understanding of?

4. Did you feel any of the questions were unfair? If so, which ones and why?

5. What would you have done differently to prepare for the assessment?

6. What score do you feel you received out of 34? ________

Self Assessment
Learning Target I can identify the three sides of the Rhetorical Triangle. I can explain and interpret the meaning of the Rhetorical Triangle I can recognize a well-crafted Thesis. I can categorize the structure of a research Paper I can identify Valid and invalid evidence to support a research thesis. I can determine if a source has a credible author. I can describe the components the writing process. Questions 1,2,3 4, 5 6, 7, 8 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 15, 16 14 17, 18, 19, 20
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Answer Key 1. Writer 2. Purpose 3. Audience 4. B 5. D 6. False 7. True 8. False 9. D 10. A 11. C 12. E 13. B 14. B 15. C 16. A 17. Pre-writing 18. Peer-review 19. Outline 20. Revision