Score Level 1 Anchor Paper

This response shows evidence of a minimal understanding of the text. A brief description of King Mongkut (strong leader and proud) and specific details from the photograph (chest poked out; looks like he doesn't take anything from anybody) give some support. While the conclusion provided (he believes in things the tradional way) is an element of the screenplay, it lacks textual support.

Score Level 1 Anchor Paper

By agreeing that the photograph and screenplay's character of King Mongkut have similarities, this response shows evidence of a minimal understanding of the text. Although comparisons are presented (he has athority; he looks like a royal and needs to be shown the respect of a royal), only a single specific text quote is provided (You do not set conditions, and you shall obey) as support.

Score Level 2 Anchor Paper

This response demonstrates a partial understanding of the text. The student's basic premise is that in both the photograph and screenplay, King Mongkut is portrayed as stern, mean, and controlling. To support these ideas, the student uses paraphrased accounts of events from the screenplay (he demands that he be obeyed and listened to; he sees her as not being a good teacher because she is not old; he tells Anna that she must live in the palace quarters and refuses to get her her own house; he cuts her off as she is speaking or about to start speaking).

Score Level 2 Anchor Paper

This response demonstrates a partial understanding of the text. The student uses both expressed information (there, ranged on a deep red carpet is a throng of prostrate noblemen and courtiers facing a raised dais; the stage direction indicates that he says that with flashing eyes) and implied information (he looks powerful and worshiped like a god from his people; we can see from his face that he wants to be respected and that he is ready to use force to obtain that). These details support the student's opinion that the picture makes a perfect portrait of the character.

Score Level 2 Anchor Paper

Through the assertion that "the picture displays the same intellectual and physical description as the screenplay," the writer of this response demonstrates a partial understanding of the text. Specific text details (You do not set conditions, and you shall OBEY!; on a golden throne with a jewel-encrusted sword) and a literal description of the picture (the King's turned up chin; the medals, sashes and glittering robe) are presented as support. Implied ideas (displays the same arrogance and splendor; the King's haughty appearance…display[s] that he is in charge and everyone else is beneath him) help to address the demands of the question. Further development of these ideas is needed for a higher score.

Score Level 3 Anchor Paper

This response demonstrates an understanding of the complexities of the text. The student addresses the demands of the question through the use of both expressed information (eyes flashing; You do not set conditions, and you shall OBEY!; Scores of princes and princesses, none older than eleven, play around pools and pavilions. Peacocks stroll the grounds. A gong announces the King's presence; deep red carpet, golden throne, jewel-encrusted sword) and implied information (seems to be very stubborn; gives the impression he is angry and not one to be trifled with; King Mongkut also seems extremely rich and important). Specific details from the photograph (his thick eyebrows and stance [hands on his hips]; the decorations on his clothing [such as his medals and jewel studded belt]; sash that runs across his chest) also provide support. Extended understanding is shown when the student acknowledges certain subtleties found embedded in the photograph and screenplay (The physical description of his eyes especially clues us in on his characteristics and domineering personality; The capital letters also emphasize his need to be in control of a situation and his very dramatic personality [He often yells or emphasizes certain words and strides away from Anna without any kind of warning]).

Score Level 3 Anchor Paper

This response demonstrates an understanding of the complexities of the text. The basic theme (the garb and demenour of the actor who played the role of King Mongkut accurately portrays his hauter and standoffishness as shown in the text of the screen play) is discussed and supported throughout the response. Details from the photograph are compared and contrasted to appropriate and specific dialogue (gold-emblazoned color; military stars…emphasize his pretentiousness; pretentious look; both hands on his hips; haughty posture; authoritatively given dialog; metallic cloack emphasizes his power and might). Textual quotes and analysis of stage directions help to clarify the ideas in this top level response.

Score Level 3 Anchor Paper

Agreeing that the character of King Mongkut is accurately portrayed in the photograph, this comprehensive response demonstrates an understanding of the complexities of the text. The student clarifies and extends understanding through several similarities (shown opulence, confidence, and arrogance; granduer is felt in both; selfishness is found in both). Each concept is accompanied by specific details from both the screenplay and the photograph (decked with jewels and honors; his demanding stance and proud figure; his argument with Madame Leonowens and his acceptance of the prostrating noblemen; his self-absorbed expression; his behavior… towards his people). Insight is shown through several sophisticated ideas derived by reading and interpreting the text and question (displaying expensive fabrics and textures that are apparently worn on a daily basis; realistically relates…appropriate to the time period; he treats others as if they are inferior; financial security; he ignores the troubles of his people; blind obedience his subjects have towards him; he spends money enhancing his opulent appearance).