HSA English - BCR Rubric

The response demonstrates an understanding of the complexities of the text.

• Addresses the demands of the question
• Uses expressed and implied information from the text
• Clarifies and extends understanding beyond the literal

The response demonstrates a partial or literal understanding of the text.

• Addresses the demands of the question, although may not develop all parts equally
• Uses some expressed or implied information from the text to demonstrate understanding
• May not fully connect the support to a conclusion or assertion made about the text(s)

The response shows evidence of a minimal understanding of the text.

• May show evidence that some meaning has been derived from the text
• May indicate a misreading of the text or the question
• May lack information or explanation to support an understanding of the text in relation to the question

The response is completely irrelevant or incorrect, or there is no response.