WW2 - UNIT TEST"

UNIT TEST

I would recommend that this test be open notebook, allowing students to focus more on forming their argument rather than just trying to write down random factual information. Show the class the rubric on an overhead before test begins. Review with the students how to prepare an outline for an essay-style answer. Respond to any questions the students may have.

Allow the students the entire class to complete the test. Limit the number of paragraphs they will use depending on the strength of the class.

The Rubric:

Insufficient (1) Satisfactory (2) Good (3) Excellent (4)

Thesis Statement no thesis statement describes the intention of the essay clearly addresses the question well worded and very effectively addresses the question

Supporting
Argument
paper fails to support an argument, lacks focus paper generally supports a single answer support for thesis, information is relevant each paragraph backs up thesis, stays on topic, no irrelevant info

Content only shows one aspect of war, examples poorly chosen examples are few or weaker than they could be solid examples of both achievement and hardships many specific examples of both achievements and hardships

Terminology Words from glossary and absent or used improperly 1-2 words from the W.W.II glossary are used correctly 3-4 words from the W.W.II glossary are used correctly 5+ words from the W.W.II glossary are used correctly

Conclusion no concluding statement, or a contradictory conclusion conclusion answers the question, but does not fit with previous paragraphs conclusion is consistent with rest of paper strong conclusion, effectively proves exactly what thesis said it would prove

Mark: _______
20
Comments:

Canada's Contribution in W. W. II
Unit Test

Make sure that all of your questions are in sentence form. Use your information to make an argument; do not just write down random facts. Use words from your glossary when it makes sense.

Answer ONE of the following questions:

Was victory in World War II worth the cost to Canadians? In your answer, refer to specific achievements of the Canadian forces and also some of the specific tragedies and hardships suffered by our troops.
OR
Should every Canadian student be taught about World War II? In your answer, refer to specific events and why you believe that they are important or not important for us to remember.
OR
Has Canada done enough to celebrate our achievements in World War II? In your answer, be sure to mention the most important accomplishments and the various memorials that already exist (cemeteries, statues, books, etc.). Can you think of a better way to represent the experiences of all Canadians who fought in the war?