Name: ________________________
Due Date:__________________
Assignment: Great War Historical Poetry/Song/Play
GOAL:
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the Great War by researching several wartime poets and by
creating a poetry/song/play. They will assemble their information in a manner that is creative, attractive, and
easy to understand.
THE ASSIGNMENT:
Research 2 poets/playwrights/musicians during the Great War. Find examples of poems, songs or plays
that became part of the legacy of the Great War.
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The Great War Poetry/Song/Play must include the following components:
Historical background or war poetry and 2 poets/playwrights/musicians
Historical significance
Examples of poems, songs or a play
3. Create a poem/song or play that is reflective of the Great War and experiences of the men and women
involved.
4. Consider recording your poem/song or play.
Success Criteria: Great War Historical Poem/Song/Play:
Knowledge/Thinking
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Minimum of one page information sheet using your own words and outlining the historical background
and significance of the wartime poem/song/play and of two particular poets etc.
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Quality, quantity and accuracy of information
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Include at least 3 sources included in a bibliography
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Indicate source and page
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Organization of research notes
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Recording of research/information – quality, variety and quantity of information
Communication/Application
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Poetry/Song/Play is appropriate for high school level
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Poetry/Song/Play is free of spelling and grammatical errors (where appropriate)
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Creative and original that clearly reflects Great War Model topic.
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Overall neatness, includes all components, is accurate – well organized and easy to interpret
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Recording – voice, pace, dramatic quality
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Video (if applicable) – voice, pace, dramatic quality, eye contact
Levels
4 – Thorough, highly effective, insightful/Exceeds Expectations
3 - Good Performance/Meets Expectations
2 – Inconsistent Performance/Approaches Expectations
1 – Limited Performance/Below Expectations
R – Remedial, not completed to minimum Expectations
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