Personal and Social Responsibility
ASSIGNMENT 2: This is Just to Say
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Learning Target (Curricular Competencies):
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Task:
In 1921, famous American poet, William Carlos Williams wrote this poem, This is Just to Say, ostensibly apologizing for eating plums. The poem ends with a twist though, a rationale for the speaker's actions.
Write a poem apologizing to Earth for the crimes humanity has committed against it, but after the apologies are done, end in a similar vein to Williams' work. Be specific. What crimes have been committed? How might you rationalize them?
Assessment: Below you will find the exemplary criteria used to assess the assignment.
Learning Target: (Exemplary 6/6): Exemplary comprehension of the task and clear accomplishment of the objective. Student demonstrates critical, creative, and reflective thinking to construct meaningful personal connections between self, text, and world recognizing how different features and forms of texts enhance and shape meaning and impact. Exemplary ability to develop and respond to text in creative ways. There is a clear connection and engagement with the topic.
Written Expression: (Exemplary (6/6): Sentence structure and vocabulary are varied, skillfully written, and carefully chosen. Work has been proofread and there are few or no errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar. Content contributes to the central idea and makes insightful connections with logical organization.
Submission:
Use the "4.2 This is Just to Say" link on the main page of this section of the course to upload your assignment to your teacher for marking.