Marking Criteria
The criteria for this assignment is relatively straightforward for the first three questions. These questions are self-explanatory, and the marks given should be an indication of how much information you should provide in your answers. The last two questions are more complex, and will take longer to complete. A marking rubric is for all the answers, as well as an estimate of how long each should take, is provided. Here is a breakdown of the marks for the worksheet.
1. For this question, we are looking for 5 reasons
supporting the claim that Greek mythology was indeed important. It
is not necessary to write huge amounts here, but it is expected that 5
reasons briefly explained are included in the answer.
(15-20 min.)
4-5 marks - answer indicates
student has researched question thoroughly and has an understanding of
the importance of Greek mythology.
3-4 - answer indicates some
research, but is not as thorough as it should be.
>3 - answer is lacking in
terms of research and/or is too brief
2.a) This question is marked out of 15.
It is expected that students will list 3 different mythological figures
with 5 points about each of them for a total of 15.
(20min.)
b) This answer should
be 3-4 sentences in length and explain why you like the figure you've chosen.
It will be marked out of 10.
8-10 marks - answer is suggested
length, explains thoroughly choice of figure
6-8 marks - answer
somewhat brief, explanation vague/lacking details
>5 marks
- incomplete, answer is too brief, explanation unclear
(5-10 min.)
3.a) 1 mark will be given
for listing the two principal gods for a total of 2 marks. The remaining
3 marks will be given for a brief explanation of their roles
in their respective mythologies. These will be broken down as follows:
(10-15 min)
3 marks - answer includes
specific descriptions of both gods, indicating understanding of similarities/differences
2 marks - answer is unclear
as to roles of both gods, but some research is evident
>2 marks - answer may be confusing
gods with one another, roles mixed up/incorrect, little research
b) There are several differences between the two
creation myths outlined in web sites provided. Answer should indicate
ability to locate and summarize this information
(15-20 min.).
4-5 marks - answer indicates
key similarities/differences between two creation myths, research clearly
evident
3-4 marks - some similarities/differences
highlighted, research evident, lacking some key material
>3 marks - key points missing,
answer not indicative of ample research
c) There are key differences between
the Greek and Norse underworlds. Answer should indicate ability to
locate and summarize this information.
(10-15 min.)
4-5 marks - answer indicates
key similarities/differences between two creation myths, research clearly
evident
3-4 marks - some similarities/differences
highlighted, research evident, lacking some key material
>3 marks - key points missing,
answer not indicative of ample research.
4) Finishing the myths will be marked out
of 10. The marks will be broken down into creativity and content.
(20 min.)
Content - 5 marks
4-5 marks - few errors in
terms of punctuation, spelling, grammar
- definite ending to the myth, goo d flow to the writing
3-4 marks - some errors present
- ending not clearly established, writing somewhat choppy
>3 marks - major errors,
poor editing
- ending unclear, writing choppy, no logical flow
Creativity - 5 marks
4-5 marks - creative use of
language and overall style
- ending ties in with mythological concepts
3 marks
- creativity in writing
- ending lacking in mythological concepts
> 3 marks - little creativity
expressed in writing
- writing does not tie in with mythology
5) This is the final task, and will be marked
out of 20. The myth should be a minimum of two
word processed pages in length, and handed in with the rest
of the activities. This activity ties in with all of the prior activities
and is a chance for students to showcase what they have learned thus far.
The created myth will be word processed and marked for grammar, punctuation,
etc.., so proper editing is crucial at this stage. The marks will
be distributed according to the following criteria:
(1-2 hrs.)
18-20 marks - few errors, editing evident
- understanding of mythology strongly demonstrated, mythological figures
used/created
- myth flows from beginning - middle - end
15-17 marks - some errors in the writing
- some understanding of mythology, limited use of mythological figures
- beginning - middle - end evident
11-14 marks - several errors, poor editing
- understanding of mythology not demonstrated, mythological figures lacking/not
present
- myth does not flow, beginning - middle - end unclear
>10 marks - writing incomplete
- major errors in writing, little, if any editing
- writing does not tie in with mythology
- poor flow from beginning - middle - end
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