Enlightenment Thinkers Debate Rubric
Enlightenment Debate Teams:
The best form of government is a representative democracy.
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Philosopher
Jackson
Kilah
Sarah
Mikaela
Sydney A.
Hobbes
Russell D.
Jake
Vera
Connor C.
Nadiah
Montesquieu
Rachel
Parker
Paolo
Fran
Basilio
Rousseau
Katie F
Gabe
Noah
Cody
Ethan
Locke
Issa
A good way to make laws is for all the people to directly vote on them.
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Talis
Alejandro
Chad
Grace F.
Natalie
Hobbes
Abby G.
Lucas
Grace
Hannah
Hannah
Montesquieu
Nate
Mia
Komal
Greer
Melissa
Rousseau
Addison
Nemali
Donovan
Tice
Piper
Locke
Elyse
Religion should be a part of the government.
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Katie M.
Catie M.
Russell M.
Stewart
Marigold
Hobbes
Evan
Lena
Grace N.
Andrew
Chloe
Montesquieu
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Enlightenment Thinkers Debate Rubric
Alia
Jenna
Alexis
Anya
Jeanette
Rousseau
Eben
Grant
Montana
Sydney R.
Hailey
Locke
The government should have the authority to confiscate a person’s property for the public good. (Eminent Domain)
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Rohin
Shannon
Drew
Adam S.
Spencer
Hobbes
Hunter
Bella
Juliet
Gabby
Montesquieu
Maya
Isaac
Katherine
Collin
Rousseau
Sebastian
Locke
Devon
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Enlightenment Thinkers Debate Rubric
Criteria
Below expected
level
1 Point
Introduction of
topic
Development of
topic
Ability to
engage and
involve
audience
Voice: clarity,
pace, fluency
Pronunciation
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At expected level
Above expected level
2 Points
3 Points
Topic introduced.
Topic introduced clearly, and purpose of talk was made clear.
Topic introduced clearly and in an
interesting way. Purpose of talk was
made clear.
Some understanding of
topic shown. Some links
and connections made
between ideas. Points are
usually developed with
minimum detail.
Information is usually
relevant.
Good understanding of topic shown. Links and connections
between ideas made clear. Information was relevant and
expressed in own words. Points were developed with
sufficient and appropriate details.
A very good understanding of the topic
shown. Links and connections between
ideas made clear. Information was
relevant and well expressed in own
words. Points were well-organised and
developed with sufficient and appropriate
details.
Some eye contact was
made.
An interesting approach taken to topic. Speaker used
techniques such as visual aids and props, anecdote,
surprising facts, direct audience participation.
Speaker monitored audience and adapts
presentation accordingly. An interesting or
original approach taken to the topic.
Speaker used techniques such as visual
aids and props, anecdote, humour,
surprising facts, direct audience
participation.
Presenter occasionally spoke
clearly and at a good pace.
Presenter usually spoke clearly to ensure audience comprehension.
Delivery was usually fluent.
Presenter spoke clearly and at a good pace to
ensure audience comprehension. Delivery
was fluent and expressive.
Pronunciation occasionally
correct, but often hesitant
and inaccurate.
Pronunciation and intonation is usually correct.
Pronunciation and intonation is correct and
confident.
Techniques used to
engage audience were
minimal, or mainly
ineffective.
Enlightenment Thinkers Debate Rubric
Assignment:
1. Research your philosopher on the question above your name
2. Write at least one paragraph explaining your philosopher’s position on this contemporary
issue. All paragraphs must include:
a. A topic sentence
b. No 1st (I) or 2nd (you) person
c. Must include at least 1 in-text citation (in-text, parenthetical citation)
d. Give an example
e. On a separate sheet of paper create a Works Cited page
3. You will then present your philosopher’s position to the class.
4. Avoid simply reading your paragraph: See attached rubric
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