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The document provides sample test questions and student writing prompts for 8th grade writing that assess skills related to grammar, usage, mechanics, and writing organization. It includes multiple choice questions testing conventions like spelling, punctuation, capitalization and sentence structure. It also includes a narrative writing prompt assessing point of view and a report writing prompt assessing the ability to state and maintain a focus. Scoring guides are provided for the writing prompts. Student writing samples at various score points are also included to illustrate how responses would be evaluated.

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NEW ENGLAND COMMON ASSESSMENT PROGRAM Released Items Support Materials 2012 Grade 8 Writing NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9.5 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by correctly spelling grade-appropriate, high-frequency words and applying conventional spelling patterns/rules EXAMPLES: consonant doubling, consonant patterns, units of meaning – common roots, base words, pre/suffixes 148850.002 A Common, CMN q Which word is misspelled in the sentence below? At the beginning of the school year, I definitley make a special effort to be sure all of my assignments are completed on time. A. B. C. D. definitley special assignments completed 7.9.1 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying rules of standard English usage to correct grammatical errors EXAMPLES: Clear pronoun referent, subject-verb agreement, consistency of verb tense, irregular forms of verbs and nouns 148591.003 A Common, CMN w Which edit should be made to the sentence below? One of the students are going to tell the members what they will need to prepare for their next meeting. A. B. C. D. Change Change Change Change are to is. they to them. will need to needed. their to its. NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 1
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.1.1 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by using varied sentence length and structure to enhance meaning (e.g., including phrases and clauses) 148443.002 B Common, CMN e What is the best way to combine the two sentences below? Eduardo tripped over a cat. The cat was chasing a butterfly. A. Eduardo tripped over a cat when chasing a butterfly. B. Eduardo tripped over a cat that was chasing a butterfly. C. Eduardo tripped over a cat, he was chasing a butterfly. D. Eduardo tripped over a cat, and the cat was chasing a butterfly. 7.9.4 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying appropriate punctuation to various sentence patterns to enhance meaning EXAMPLES: colons, semicolons 148766.003 D Common, CMN r Which edit should be made to the sentence below? The rest of the team’s uniforms had arrived in boxes, but Mia was unsure where her’s was. A. B. C. D. Change Change Change Change team’s to teams’s. uniforms to uniform’s. boxes to boxes’. her’s to hers. NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 2
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9.2 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying capitalization rules 148615.003 C Common, CMN t Which word in the sentence below should be capitalized? The assignment for spring vacation was to read the book of Mice and Men. A. B. C. D. spring vacation of and 7.9.5 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by correctly spelling grade-appropriate, high-frequency words and applying conventional spelling patterns/rules EXAMPLES: consonant doubling, consonant patterns, units of meaning – common roots, base words, pre/suffixes 148780.002 C Common, CMN y How should the underlined word in the sentence below be spelled? Pat’s impatiense vanished when the movie started. A. B. C. D. impashence impatiance impatience impateince NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 3
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9.4 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying appropriate punctuation to various sentence patterns to enhance meaning EXAMPLES: colons, semicolons 148704.002 B Common, CMN u In which box should there be a semicolon (;)? A. We left the concert early □ and went straight home. B. Apples are my favorite fruit □ pears are a close second. C. Because we expected rain □ we moved the picnic inside. D. Turn the heat down □ That pot is boiling over. 7.1.1 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by using varied sentence length and structure to enhance meaning (e.g., including phrases and clauses) 148486.002 C Common, CMN i What is the best way to combine the two sentences below? The explorer’s long journey ended. His team members returned home. A. The explorer’s long journey ended, his team members returned home. B. Although the explorer’s long journey ended, his team members returned home. C. After the explorer’s long journey ended, his team members returned home. D. The explorer’s long journey ended, but his team members returned home. NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 4
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9.2 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying capitalization rules 148657.001 A Common, CMN o Which edit should be made to the sentence below? Jason would like us to meet his Uncle, who plays professional football for the Vikings. A. B. C. D. Change Change Change Change Uncle to uncle. who to Who. professional to Professional. Vikings to vikings. 7.9.1 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying rules of standard English usage to correct grammatical errors EXAMPLES: Clear pronoun referent, subject-verb agreement, consistency of verb tense, irregular forms of verbs and nouns 148548.005 D Common, CMN 1) Which of the following is a sentence fragment? A. J. C. Greenburg has written a series of adventure books called Andrew Lost. B. Andrew, Judy, and a very smart robot called Thud are the main characters. C. Andrew loves to invent things, but they usually do not work. D. The first book that J. C. Greenburg wrote Andrew Lost on the Moon. NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 5
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING Narrative Writing (The picture for this prompt is located in Released Items 2012 – Grade 8 Writing.) 7.4.2 In written narratives, students organize and relate a story line/plot/series of events by establishing context, character motivation, problem/conflict/challenge, and resolution, and maintaining point of view 150794.005 150795 Common, CMN 1! Write a paragraph that describes what the climber is thinking. Write the paragraph from the climber’s point of view. Scoring Guide: Score Description 4 The paragraph clearly describes what the climber is thinking. The paragraph maintains a clear focus and a consistent point of view (the climber’s). The paragraph includes a variety of correct sentences and demonstrates sustained control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 3 The paragraph describes what the climber is thinking. The paragraph may have minor lapses in focus or in maintaining a consistent point of view (the climber’s). The paragraph includes some sentence variety and demonstrates general control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 2 The paragraph is an attempt to describe what the climber is thinking. The paragraph may have major lapses in focus or in maintaining a consistent point of view (the climber’s). The paragraph includes some attempt at sentence variety and may demonstrate inconsistent control of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 1 The paragraph may be unclear and/or a minimal attempt to describe what the climber is thinking. The paragraph includes little or no sentence variety and may demonstrate lack of control of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 0 Response is totally incorrect or irrelevant. Blank No response NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 6
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 7
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE A) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 8
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 9
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE A) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 10
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE B) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 11
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE A) s STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE B) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 12
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING Report (The organizer for this prompt is located in Released Items 2012 – Grade 8 Writing.) 7.7.2 In informational writing, students effectively convey purpose by stating and maintaining a focus/controlling idea 150830.004 150831 Common, CMN 1@ Write a paragraph that explains what people need to survive in Antarctica. Select appropriate information from the organizer to support the focus of your paragraph. Scoring Guide: Score Description 4 The paragraph contains a thorough explanation of what people need to survive in Antarctica. The paragraph maintains a focus/purpose throughout, includes relevant facts from the organizer, and is wellorganized. The paragraph includes a variety of correct sentence structures and demonstrates sustained control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 3 The paragraph contains an explanation of what people need to survive in Antarctica. The paragraph maintains a focus/purpose but there may be minor lapses. The paragraph includes mostly relevant facts from the organizer, and is generally well-organized. The paragraph includes some sentence variety and demonstrates general control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 2 The paragraph is an attempt at an explanation of what people need to survive in Antarctica. The paragraph contains major lapses in focus/ purpose and/or few relevant facts from the organizer. The paragraph includes some attempt at sentence variety and may demonstrate inconsistent control of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 1 The paragraph is a minimal or vague statement about what people need to survive in Antarctica. 0 Response is totally incorrect or irrelevant. Blank No response NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 13
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 (EXAMPLE A) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 14
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 (EXAMPLE B) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 15
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE A) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 16
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 17
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE A) 1@ STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE B) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 18
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE A) 1@ STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE B) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 19
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING How to Make It Appear as Though You Have Cleaned Your Room in Only 27 Minutes – No Matter How Messy It Is Response to Informational Text (The passage for this prompt is located in Released Items 2012 – Grade 8 Writing.) 7.3.3 In response to literary or informational text, students make and support analytical judgments about text by using specific details and references to text or relevant citations to support focus or judgment 150778.002 Common, CMN 1# Would this system help an eighth grader who has a messy room? Write a paragraph that explains why or why not. Use details from the passage to support your response. Scoring Guide: Score Description 4 The paragraph provides a thorough explanation of whether this system would help an eighth grader who has a messy room. The paragraph maintains a focus/purpose throughout, includes relevant supporting details, and is well-organized. The paragraph includes a variety of correct sentence structures and demonstrates sustained control of gradeappropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 3 The paragraph provides a general explanation of whether this system would help an eighth grader who has a messy room. The paragraph has a focus/purpose, but there may be minor lapses. The paragraph includes some supporting details and is generally well-organized. The paragraph includes some sentence variety and demonstrates general control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 2 The paragraph is an attempt at an explanation of whether this system would help an eighth grader who has a messy room. The paragraph contains major lapses in focus/purpose and/or few relevant supporting details. The paragraph includes some attempt at sentence variety and may demonstrate inconsistent control of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 1 The paragraph may be unclear and/or a minimal attempt to answer the prompt. 0 Response is totally incorrect or irrelevant. Blank No response NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 20
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 (EXAMPLE A) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 21
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 (EXAMPLE B) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 22
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE A) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 23
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) 1# STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE A) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 24
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE B) 1# STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE A) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 25
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE B) 1# STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 0 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 26
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING Persuasive Writing (There is no passage that accompanies this prompt.) 7.1 Structures of Language – Applying Understanding of Sentences, Paragraphs, Text Structures 7.1.1 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by using varied sentence length and structure to enhance meaning (e.g., including phrases and clauses) 7.1.2 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by using the paragraph form: indenting, main idea, supporting details 7.1.3 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by recognizing organizational structures within paragraphs or within texts EXAMPLES (of text structures): description, sequential chronology, proposition/support, compare/contrast, problem/ solution EXAMPLE: When given a paragraph or text and a description of text structures, students identify structure used or their purposes 7.1.4 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by applying a format and text structure appropriate to the purpose of the writing 7.6 Informational Writing (Reports, Procedures, or Persuasive Writing) – Organizing and Conveying Information 7.6.1 In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by using an organizational text structure appropriate to focus/controlling idea EXAMPLES (of text structures): description, sequential, chronology, proposition/support, compare/contrast, problem/solution 7.6.2 In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by selecting appropriate information to set context, which may include a lead/hook 7.6.3 In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by using transition words or phrases appropriate to organizational text structure 7.6.4 In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by writing a conclusion that provides closure NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 27
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.7 Informational Writing (Reports, Procedures, or Persuasive Writing) 7.7.2 In informational writing, students effectively convey purpose by stating and maintaining a focus/controlling idea 7.7.3 In informational writing, students effectively convey purpose by writing with a sense of audience, when appropriate 7.8 Informational Writing (Reports, Procedures, or Persuasive Writing) – Using Elaboration Strategies 7.8.2 In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by including facts and details relevant to focus/controlling idea, and excluding extraneous information 7.8.3 In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by including sufficient details or facts for appropriate depth of information: naming, describing, explaining, comparing, use of visual images 7.8.4 In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by addressing readers’ concerns (including counterarguments – in persuasive writing; addressing potential problems – in procedures; providing context – in reports) 7.8.5 In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by commenting on the significance of information, when appropriate NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 28
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9 Writing Conventions – Applying Rules of Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics 7.9.1 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying rules of standard English usage to correct grammatical errors EXAMPLES: Clear pronoun referent, subject-verb agreement, consistency of verb tense, irregular forms of verbs and nouns 7.9.2 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying capitalization rules 7.9.4 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying appropriate punctuation to various sentence patterns to enhance meaning EXAMPLES: colons, semicolons 7.9.5 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by correctly spelling grade-appropriate, high-frequency words and applying conventional spelling patterns/rules EXAMPLES: consonant doubling, consonant patterns, units of meaning – common roots, base words, pre/suffixes NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 29
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 150813.003 Common, CMN 1$ Ever since the 1950s, when rock-and-roll music was introduced, adults have worried about how music lyrics affect preteens and teenagers. Do you think adults should or should not worry about the lyrics in the music that young people listen to today? Write a persuasive letter to a newspaper stating and supporting your opinion. Scoring Guide: Score Description 6 • Purpose/position is clear throughout; strong focus/position; OR strongly stated purpose/opinion focuses the writing • Intentionally organized for effect • Fully developed arguments and reasons; rich, insightful elaboration supports purpose/opinion • Distinctive voice, tone, and style effectively support position • Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics 5 • Purpose/position is clear; stated focus/opinion maintained consistently throughout • Well-organized and coherent throughout • Arguments/reasons are relevant and support purpose/opinion; arguments/reasons are sufficiently elaborated • Strong command of sentence structure; uses language to support position • Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics 4 • • • • • Purpose/position and focus are evident, but may not be maintained Generally well organized and coherent Arguments are appropriate and mostly support purpose/opinion Well-constructed sentences; uses language well May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics 3 • • • • • Purpose/position may be general Some sense of organization; may have lapses in coherence Some relevant details support purpose; arguments are thinly developed Generally correct sentence structure; uses language adequately May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics 2 • • • • • Attempted or vague purpose/position Attempted organization; lapses in coherence Generalized, listed, or undeveloped details/reasons May lack sentence control or may use language poorly May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning 1 • • • • • Minimal evidence of purpose/position Little or no organization Random or minimal details Rudimentary or deficient use of language May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning 0 Response is totally incorrect or irrelevant. Blank No response NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 30
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 6 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 31
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 6 NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 32
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 6 • • • • • Purpose/position is clear throughout; strong focus/position; OR strongly stated purpose/ opinion focuses the writing Intentionally organized for effect Fully developed arguments and reasons; rich, insightful elaboration supports purpose/ opinion Distinctive voice, tone, and style effectively support position Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 33
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE A) 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 34
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE A) NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 35
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE A) • • • • • Purpose/position is clear; stated focus/opinion maintained consistently throughout Well-organized and coherent throughout Arguments/reasons are relevant and support purpose/opinion; arguments/reasons are sufficiently elaborated Strong command of sentence structure; uses language to support position Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 36
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE B) 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 37
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE B) NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 38
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE B) • • • • • Purpose/position is clear; stated focus/opinion maintained consistently throughout Well-organized and coherent throughout Arguments/reasons are relevant and support purpose/opinion; arguments/reasons are sufficiently elaborated Strong command of sentence structure; uses language to support position Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 39
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 40
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 • • • • • Purpose/position and focus are evident, but may not be maintained Generally well organized and coherent Arguments are appropriate and mostly support purpose/opinion Well-constructed sentences; uses language well May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 41
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE A) 1$ • • • • • Purpose/position may be general Some sense of organization; may have lapses in coherence Some relevant details support purpose; arguments are thinly developed Generally correct sentence structure; uses language adequately May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 42
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 43
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) • • • • • Purpose/position may be general Some sense of organization; may have lapses in coherence Some relevant details support purpose; arguments are thinly developed Generally correct sentence structure; uses language adequately May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 44
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE A) 1$ • • • • • Attempted or vague purpose/position Attempted organization; lapses in coherence Generalized, listed, or undeveloped details/reasons May lack sentence control or may use language poorly May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 45
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE B) 1$ • • • • • Attempted or vague purpose/position Attempted organization; lapses in coherence Generalized, listed, or undeveloped details/reasons May lack sentence control or may use language poorly May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 46
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE A) 1$ • • • • • Minimal evidence of purpose/position Little or no organization Random or minimal details Rudimentary or deficient use of language May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 47
NECAP 2012 RELEASED ITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE B) 1$ • • • • • Minimal evidence of purpose/position Little or no organization Random or minimal details Rudimentary or deficient use of language May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 48
1 SC 7-9 1 MC A 1 2 SC 7-9 1 MC A 1 3 SC 7-1 2 MC B 1 4 SC 7-9 1 MC D 1 5 SC 7-9 1 MC C 1 6 SC 7-9 1 MC C 1 7 SC 7-9 1 MC B 1 8 SC 7-1 2 MC C 1 9 SC 7-9 1 MC A 1 10 SC 7-9 1 MC D 1 12 RW 7-7 2 CR 4 11 NW 7-4 2 CR 4 4 13 IR 7-3 2 CR 2Item Type: MC = Multiple Choice, CR = Constructed Response, ER = Writing Prompt 12 14 PW 7-6, 7-7, 7-8, 7-1, 7-9 3 ER Strand: SC = Structures of Language & Writing Conventions. Short Responses — NW = Narrative Writing, RW = Report Writing, IR = Response to Informational Text. Extended Response — PW = Persuasive Writing 1Content Released Item Number Content Strand1 GLE Code Depth of Knowledge Code Item Type2 Answer Key Total Possible Points Grade 8 Writing Released Item Information – 2012

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    NEW ENGLAND COMMON ASSESSMENTPROGRAM Released Items Support Materials 2012 Grade 8 Writing NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9.5 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by correctly spelling grade-appropriate, high-frequency words and applying conventional spelling patterns/rules EXAMPLES: consonant doubling, consonant patterns, units of meaning – common roots, base words, pre/suffixes 148850.002 A Common, CMN q Which word is misspelled in the sentence below? At the beginning of the school year, I definitley make a special effort to be sure all of my assignments are completed on time. A. B. C. D. definitley special assignments completed 7.9.1 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying rules of standard English usage to correct grammatical errors EXAMPLES: Clear pronoun referent, subject-verb agreement, consistency of verb tense, irregular forms of verbs and nouns 148591.003 A Common, CMN w Which edit should be made to the sentence below? One of the students are going to tell the members what they will need to prepare for their next meeting. A. B. C. D. Change Change Change Change are to is. they to them. will need to needed. their to its. NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 1
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.1.1 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by using varied sentence length and structure to enhance meaning (e.g., including phrases and clauses) 148443.002 B Common, CMN e What is the best way to combine the two sentences below? Eduardo tripped over a cat. The cat was chasing a butterfly. A. Eduardo tripped over a cat when chasing a butterfly. B. Eduardo tripped over a cat that was chasing a butterfly. C. Eduardo tripped over a cat, he was chasing a butterfly. D. Eduardo tripped over a cat, and the cat was chasing a butterfly. 7.9.4 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying appropriate punctuation to various sentence patterns to enhance meaning EXAMPLES: colons, semicolons 148766.003 D Common, CMN r Which edit should be made to the sentence below? The rest of the team’s uniforms had arrived in boxes, but Mia was unsure where her’s was. A. B. C. D. Change Change Change Change team’s to teams’s. uniforms to uniform’s. boxes to boxes’. her’s to hers. NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 2
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9.2 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying capitalization rules 148615.003 C Common, CMN t Which word in the sentence below should be capitalized? The assignment for spring vacation was to read the book of Mice and Men. A. B. C. D. spring vacation of and 7.9.5 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by correctly spelling grade-appropriate, high-frequency words and applying conventional spelling patterns/rules EXAMPLES: consonant doubling, consonant patterns, units of meaning – common roots, base words, pre/suffixes 148780.002 C Common, CMN y How should the underlined word in the sentence below be spelled? Pat’s impatiense vanished when the movie started. A. B. C. D. impashence impatiance impatience impateince NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 3
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9.4 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying appropriate punctuation to various sentence patterns to enhance meaning EXAMPLES: colons, semicolons 148704.002 B Common, CMN u In which box should there be a semicolon (;)? A. We left the concert early □ and went straight home. B. Apples are my favorite fruit □ pears are a close second. C. Because we expected rain □ we moved the picnic inside. D. Turn the heat down □ That pot is boiling over. 7.1.1 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by using varied sentence length and structure to enhance meaning (e.g., including phrases and clauses) 148486.002 C Common, CMN i What is the best way to combine the two sentences below? The explorer’s long journey ended. His team members returned home. A. The explorer’s long journey ended, his team members returned home. B. Although the explorer’s long journey ended, his team members returned home. C. After the explorer’s long journey ended, his team members returned home. D. The explorer’s long journey ended, but his team members returned home. NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 4
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9.2 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying capitalization rules 148657.001 A Common, CMN o Which edit should be made to the sentence below? Jason would like us to meet his Uncle, who plays professional football for the Vikings. A. B. C. D. Change Change Change Change Uncle to uncle. who to Who. professional to Professional. Vikings to vikings. 7.9.1 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying rules of standard English usage to correct grammatical errors EXAMPLES: Clear pronoun referent, subject-verb agreement, consistency of verb tense, irregular forms of verbs and nouns 148548.005 D Common, CMN 1) Which of the following is a sentence fragment? A. J. C. Greenburg has written a series of adventure books called Andrew Lost. B. Andrew, Judy, and a very smart robot called Thud are the main characters. C. Andrew loves to invent things, but they usually do not work. D. The first book that J. C. Greenburg wrote Andrew Lost on the Moon. NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 5
  • 7.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING Narrative Writing (The picture for this prompt is located in Released Items 2012 – Grade 8 Writing.) 7.4.2 In written narratives, students organize and relate a story line/plot/series of events by establishing context, character motivation, problem/conflict/challenge, and resolution, and maintaining point of view 150794.005 150795 Common, CMN 1! Write a paragraph that describes what the climber is thinking. Write the paragraph from the climber’s point of view. Scoring Guide: Score Description 4 The paragraph clearly describes what the climber is thinking. The paragraph maintains a clear focus and a consistent point of view (the climber’s). The paragraph includes a variety of correct sentences and demonstrates sustained control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 3 The paragraph describes what the climber is thinking. The paragraph may have minor lapses in focus or in maintaining a consistent point of view (the climber’s). The paragraph includes some sentence variety and demonstrates general control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 2 The paragraph is an attempt to describe what the climber is thinking. The paragraph may have major lapses in focus or in maintaining a consistent point of view (the climber’s). The paragraph includes some attempt at sentence variety and may demonstrate inconsistent control of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 1 The paragraph may be unclear and/or a minimal attempt to describe what the climber is thinking. The paragraph includes little or no sentence variety and may demonstrate lack of control of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 0 Response is totally incorrect or irrelevant. Blank No response NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 6
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 7
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE A) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 8
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 9
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE A) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 10
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE B) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 11
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE A) s STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE B) s NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 12
  • 14.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING Report (The organizer for this prompt is located in Released Items 2012 – Grade 8 Writing.) 7.7.2 In informational writing, students effectively convey purpose by stating and maintaining a focus/controlling idea 150830.004 150831 Common, CMN 1@ Write a paragraph that explains what people need to survive in Antarctica. Select appropriate information from the organizer to support the focus of your paragraph. Scoring Guide: Score Description 4 The paragraph contains a thorough explanation of what people need to survive in Antarctica. The paragraph maintains a focus/purpose throughout, includes relevant facts from the organizer, and is wellorganized. The paragraph includes a variety of correct sentence structures and demonstrates sustained control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 3 The paragraph contains an explanation of what people need to survive in Antarctica. The paragraph maintains a focus/purpose but there may be minor lapses. The paragraph includes mostly relevant facts from the organizer, and is generally well-organized. The paragraph includes some sentence variety and demonstrates general control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 2 The paragraph is an attempt at an explanation of what people need to survive in Antarctica. The paragraph contains major lapses in focus/ purpose and/or few relevant facts from the organizer. The paragraph includes some attempt at sentence variety and may demonstrate inconsistent control of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 1 The paragraph is a minimal or vague statement about what people need to survive in Antarctica. 0 Response is totally incorrect or irrelevant. Blank No response NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 13
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 (EXAMPLE A) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 14
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 (EXAMPLE B) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 15
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE A) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 16
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 17
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE A) 1@ STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE B) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 18
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE A) 1@ STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE B) 1@ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 19
  • 21.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING How to Make It Appear as Though You Have Cleaned Your Room in Only 27 Minutes – No Matter How Messy It Is Response to Informational Text (The passage for this prompt is located in Released Items 2012 – Grade 8 Writing.) 7.3.3 In response to literary or informational text, students make and support analytical judgments about text by using specific details and references to text or relevant citations to support focus or judgment 150778.002 Common, CMN 1# Would this system help an eighth grader who has a messy room? Write a paragraph that explains why or why not. Use details from the passage to support your response. Scoring Guide: Score Description 4 The paragraph provides a thorough explanation of whether this system would help an eighth grader who has a messy room. The paragraph maintains a focus/purpose throughout, includes relevant supporting details, and is well-organized. The paragraph includes a variety of correct sentence structures and demonstrates sustained control of gradeappropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 3 The paragraph provides a general explanation of whether this system would help an eighth grader who has a messy room. The paragraph has a focus/purpose, but there may be minor lapses. The paragraph includes some supporting details and is generally well-organized. The paragraph includes some sentence variety and demonstrates general control of grade-appropriate grammar, usage, and mechanics. 2 The paragraph is an attempt at an explanation of whether this system would help an eighth grader who has a messy room. The paragraph contains major lapses in focus/purpose and/or few relevant supporting details. The paragraph includes some attempt at sentence variety and may demonstrate inconsistent control of grammar, usage, and mechanics. 1 The paragraph may be unclear and/or a minimal attempt to answer the prompt. 0 Response is totally incorrect or irrelevant. Blank No response NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 20
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 (EXAMPLE A) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 21
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 (EXAMPLE B) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 22
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE A) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 23
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) 1# STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE A) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 24
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE B) 1# STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE A) 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 25
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE B) 1# STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 0 1# NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 26
  • 28.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING Persuasive Writing (There is no passage that accompanies this prompt.) 7.1 Structures of Language – Applying Understanding of Sentences, Paragraphs, Text Structures 7.1.1 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by using varied sentence length and structure to enhance meaning (e.g., including phrases and clauses) 7.1.2 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by using the paragraph form: indenting, main idea, supporting details 7.1.3 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by recognizing organizational structures within paragraphs or within texts EXAMPLES (of text structures): description, sequential chronology, proposition/support, compare/contrast, problem/ solution EXAMPLE: When given a paragraph or text and a description of text structures, students identify structure used or their purposes 7.1.4 Students demonstrate command of the structures of sentences, paragraphs, and text by applying a format and text structure appropriate to the purpose of the writing 7.6 Informational Writing (Reports, Procedures, or Persuasive Writing) – Organizing and Conveying Information 7.6.1 In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by using an organizational text structure appropriate to focus/controlling idea EXAMPLES (of text structures): description, sequential, chronology, proposition/support, compare/contrast, problem/solution 7.6.2 In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by selecting appropriate information to set context, which may include a lead/hook 7.6.3 In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by using transition words or phrases appropriate to organizational text structure 7.6.4 In informational writing, students organize ideas/concepts by writing a conclusion that provides closure NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 27
  • 29.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.7 Informational Writing (Reports, Procedures, or Persuasive Writing) 7.7.2 In informational writing, students effectively convey purpose by stating and maintaining a focus/controlling idea 7.7.3 In informational writing, students effectively convey purpose by writing with a sense of audience, when appropriate 7.8 Informational Writing (Reports, Procedures, or Persuasive Writing) – Using Elaboration Strategies 7.8.2 In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by including facts and details relevant to focus/controlling idea, and excluding extraneous information 7.8.3 In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by including sufficient details or facts for appropriate depth of information: naming, describing, explaining, comparing, use of visual images 7.8.4 In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by addressing readers’ concerns (including counterarguments – in persuasive writing; addressing potential problems – in procedures; providing context – in reports) 7.8.5 In informational writing, students demonstrate use of a range of elaboration strategies by commenting on the significance of information, when appropriate NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 28
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 7.9 Writing Conventions – Applying Rules of Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics 7.9.1 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying rules of standard English usage to correct grammatical errors EXAMPLES: Clear pronoun referent, subject-verb agreement, consistency of verb tense, irregular forms of verbs and nouns 7.9.2 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying capitalization rules 7.9.4 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by applying appropriate punctuation to various sentence patterns to enhance meaning EXAMPLES: colons, semicolons 7.9.5 In independent writing, students demonstrate command of appropriate English conventions by correctly spelling grade-appropriate, high-frequency words and applying conventional spelling patterns/rules EXAMPLES: consonant doubling, consonant patterns, units of meaning – common roots, base words, pre/suffixes NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 29
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING 150813.003 Common, CMN 1$ Ever since the 1950s, when rock-and-roll music was introduced, adults have worried about how music lyrics affect preteens and teenagers. Do you think adults should or should not worry about the lyrics in the music that young people listen to today? Write a persuasive letter to a newspaper stating and supporting your opinion. Scoring Guide: Score Description 6 • Purpose/position is clear throughout; strong focus/position; OR strongly stated purpose/opinion focuses the writing • Intentionally organized for effect • Fully developed arguments and reasons; rich, insightful elaboration supports purpose/opinion • Distinctive voice, tone, and style effectively support position • Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics 5 • Purpose/position is clear; stated focus/opinion maintained consistently throughout • Well-organized and coherent throughout • Arguments/reasons are relevant and support purpose/opinion; arguments/reasons are sufficiently elaborated • Strong command of sentence structure; uses language to support position • Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics 4 • • • • • Purpose/position and focus are evident, but may not be maintained Generally well organized and coherent Arguments are appropriate and mostly support purpose/opinion Well-constructed sentences; uses language well May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics 3 • • • • • Purpose/position may be general Some sense of organization; may have lapses in coherence Some relevant details support purpose; arguments are thinly developed Generally correct sentence structure; uses language adequately May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics 2 • • • • • Attempted or vague purpose/position Attempted organization; lapses in coherence Generalized, listed, or undeveloped details/reasons May lack sentence control or may use language poorly May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning 1 • • • • • Minimal evidence of purpose/position Little or no organization Random or minimal details Rudimentary or deficient use of language May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning 0 Response is totally incorrect or irrelevant. Blank No response NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 30
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 6 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 31
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 6 NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 32
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    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 6 • • • • • Purpose/position is clear throughout; strong focus/position; OR strongly stated purpose/ opinion focuses the writing Intentionally organized for effect Fully developed arguments and reasons; rich, insightful elaboration supports purpose/ opinion Distinctive voice, tone, and style effectively support position Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 33
  • 35.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE A) 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 34
  • 36.
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  • 37.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE A) • • • • • Purpose/position is clear; stated focus/opinion maintained consistently throughout Well-organized and coherent throughout Arguments/reasons are relevant and support purpose/opinion; arguments/reasons are sufficiently elaborated Strong command of sentence structure; uses language to support position Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 36
  • 38.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE B) 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 37
  • 39.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE B) NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 38
  • 40.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 5 (EXAMPLE B) • • • • • Purpose/position is clear; stated focus/opinion maintained consistently throughout Well-organized and coherent throughout Arguments/reasons are relevant and support purpose/opinion; arguments/reasons are sufficiently elaborated Strong command of sentence structure; uses language to support position Consistent application of the rules of grade-level grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 39
  • 41.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 40
  • 42.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 4 • • • • • Purpose/position and focus are evident, but may not be maintained Generally well organized and coherent Arguments are appropriate and mostly support purpose/opinion Well-constructed sentences; uses language well May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 41
  • 43.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE A) 1$ • • • • • Purpose/position may be general Some sense of organization; may have lapses in coherence Some relevant details support purpose; arguments are thinly developed Generally correct sentence structure; uses language adequately May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 42
  • 44.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) 1$ NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 43
  • 45.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 3 (EXAMPLE B) • • • • • Purpose/position may be general Some sense of organization; may have lapses in coherence Some relevant details support purpose; arguments are thinly developed Generally correct sentence structure; uses language adequately May contain some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 44
  • 46.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE A) 1$ • • • • • Attempted or vague purpose/position Attempted organization; lapses in coherence Generalized, listed, or undeveloped details/reasons May lack sentence control or may use language poorly May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 45
  • 47.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 2 (EXAMPLE B) 1$ • • • • • Attempted or vague purpose/position Attempted organization; lapses in coherence Generalized, listed, or undeveloped details/reasons May lack sentence control or may use language poorly May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 46
  • 48.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE A) 1$ • • • • • Minimal evidence of purpose/position Little or no organization Random or minimal details Rudimentary or deficient use of language May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 47
  • 49.
    NECAP 2012 RELEASEDITEMS GRADE 8 WRITING STUDENT WRITING SAMPLE – SCORE POINT 1 (EXAMPLE B) 1$ • • • • • Minimal evidence of purpose/position Little or no organization Random or minimal details Rudimentary or deficient use of language May have errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics that interfere with meaning NECAP_2012_Grade8_Writing_Released_Items_Support_Materials 48
  • 50.
    1 SC 7-9 1 MC A 1 2 SC 7-9 1 MC A 1 3 SC 7-1 2 MC B 1 4 SC 7-9 1 MC D 1 5 SC 7-9 1 MC C 1 6 SC 7-9 1 MC C 1 7 SC 7-9 1 MC B 1 8 SC 7-1 2 MC C 1 9 SC 7-9 1 MC A 1 10 SC 7-9 1 MC D 1 12 RW 7-7 2 CR 4 11 NW 7-4 2 CR 4 4 13 IR 7-3 2 CR 2Item Type: MC =Multiple Choice, CR = Constructed Response, ER = Writing Prompt 12 14 PW 7-6, 7-7, 7-8, 7-1, 7-9 3 ER Strand: SC = Structures of Language & Writing Conventions. Short Responses — NW = Narrative Writing, RW = Report Writing, IR = Response to Informational Text. Extended Response — PW = Persuasive Writing 1Content Released Item Number Content Strand1 GLE Code Depth of Knowledge Code Item Type2 Answer Key Total Possible Points Grade 8 Writing Released Item Information – 2012