GUIDELINES FOR FINAL TEST

TOPIC: WHAT IS ONE PROBLEM IN THE WORLD TODAY? WHAT ARE SOME WAYS THAT HUMANS
COULD SOLVE THIS PROBLEM?

PART 1: READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS (2 POINTS)

Title: Waste Land Year: 2010 Director: Lucy

MovieBuzz User Reviews:

The first time I saw this film, I didn't know much about it. In fact, I almost watched a different
movie instead, but I'm glad I didn't because Waste Land changed my life. Seriously. Before I
saw it, I didn't care much about recycling. After watching it, I now recycle everything and try
to produce less garbage. I also donate money to environmental charities and often go to local
parks and beaches to pick up trash. The stories of the catadores made me feel good, too. All in
all, this is an amazing movie that everyone should watch.
David, 2013-06-26

This is a great movie. I lived in Rio de Janeiro, where it was filmed, until 2002. Watching this
film - and I've seen it three times - fills me with strong emotions. Sadness, happiness, surprise,
love, and even hate. I think what Vik Muniz did to help the catadores is amazing. He should
be proud of himself. I only wish I had the same power to improve people's lives. The
camerawork, directing, and music are all very powerful, too. Don't be surprised if you cry
when you watch this film!
Fabiana, 2013-05-19

I first became interested in the work of Vik Muniz when he was a sculptor. When he changed
his medium and started taking photographs, at first I was disappointed because I'm usually not
very interested in photography. However, Vik's work is so powerful that he changed my mind,
so when I heard this documentary was about him, I knew I had to watch it. It was really good,
and I loved the incredible music by Moby, too. He's another of my favorite artists, and I think
his music made the film more powerful.

Anna, 2013-03-12

Before I saw Waste Land, I heard positive opinions of it from numerous people I like and
respect, so I came into this film expecting it to be great. Sadly, it was good, but not as good as
I had expected. There were some good points. The story was powerful. The characters were
interesting. The directing was often good. I also enjoyed the music. However, for me, the
message of the film was too obvious. I felt that it was trying too hard to make me feel
emotional and I didn't like that.

Anthony, 2012-12-28
 a. David's review
b. Fabiana's review
c. Anna's review
d. Anthony's review
1. A famous city where someone lived
2. The names of two famous people
3. The year when somebody moved
4. Where somebody picks up trash
5. What somebody doesn't like about a film

PART 2: WRITING THE ESSAY (500 WORDS) (8 POINTS)

INTRODUCTION (50-75 WORDS)

1. Introduce the Problem:

- Briefly introduce the problem you will be discussing.

- Include a hook to capture the reader's interest.

- State why this problem is significant in today's world.

2. Thesis Statement:

- Clearly state the problem and indicate that you will be discussing possible solutions.

BODY PARAGRAPH 1: DESCRIPTION OF THE PROBLEM (100-150 WORDS)

1. Explain the Problem:

- Provide a detailed description of the problem.

- Use information from the passage to support your description.

- Explain the causes of the problem and its impact on society, the environment, or individuals.

BODY PARAGRAPH 2: SOLUTION 1 (100-150 WORDS)

1. Present the First Solution:

- Introduce one possible solution to the problem.

- Explain how this solution addresses the problem.

- Use evidence from the passage or other sources to support this solution.

2. Implementation:
 - Discuss how this solution can be implemented.

- Mention any challenges or obstacles that might need to be overcome.

BODY PARAGRAPH 3: SOLUTION 2 (100-150 WORDS)

1. Present the Second Solution:

- Introduce another possible solution to the problem.

- Explain how this solution addresses the problem.

- Use evidence from the passage or other sources to support this solution.

2. Implementation:

- Discuss how this solution can be implemented.

- Mention any challenges or obstacles that might need to be overcome.

CONCLUSION (50-75 WORDS)

1. Summarize Key Points:

- Briefly summarize the problem and the solutions discussed.

- Emphasize the importance of addressing this problem.

2. Call to Action:

- Suggest what individuals, communities, or governments can do to contribute to solving the problem.

- End with a strong concluding statement that reinforces the significance of taking action.
 ANTI-PLAGIARISM RULES FOR THE TEST

1. Use of Materials:

- You may use books, notes, and other written materials to assist you in writing your essay.

2. Original Work:

- All submitted work must be your own.

- Properly cite any direct quotes or paraphrased ideas from the materials you use. Use a
recognized citation style (e.g., APA, MLA).

3. No Copying:

- Do not copy text from your sources without proper citation.

- Avoid using large sections of text from sources; instead, summarize or paraphrase in your own
words.

SCORE ASSESSMENT SCALE

1. Content Quality (0-5 points):

- 5: Excellent understanding of the topic, detailed explanations, and insightful analysis.

- 4: Good understanding with clear explanations and adequate analysis.

- 3: Fair understanding, some explanations and analysis, but lacking depth.

- 2: Basic understanding with minimal explanations and analysis.

- 1: Poor understanding with little to no explanations or analysis.

- 0: No understanding demonstrated.

2. Organization and Structure (0-2 points):

- 2: Well-organized with clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Smooth transitions between
paragraphs.

- 1: Some organization but could be improved. Some transitions may be unclear.

- 0: Poor organization with little to no structure. Hard to follow.

3. Grammar and Mechanics (0-2 points):

- 2: Virtually no grammatical or spelling errors. Proper use of punctuation.

- 1: Some grammatical or spelling errors, but they do not impede understanding.

- 0: Numerous grammatical or spelling errors that impede understanding.

- 1: Adheres to the word count and guidelines perfectly.

- 0: Fails to adhere to the word count or guidelines.

DEDUCTIONS FOR RULE VIOLATIONS

- Plagiarism (-5 to -10 points):

- Minor instances of plagiarism (e.g., improper citation of a small section): -5 points.

- Major instances of plagiarism (e.g., entire sections copied without citation): -10 points.

Example of Score Calculation:

- Content Quality: 4 points

- Organization and Structure: 2 points

- Grammar and Mechanics: 1 point

- Adherence to Length and Guidelines: 1 point

- Total before Deductions: 8 points

- Violations:

- Minor plagiarism (improper citation): -5 points

- Final Score: 8 - 5 = 3 points